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Machine Guns: 14th Century to Present
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by:
Hogg, Ian V.
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Publisher: Krause Publications
Published: December 1, 2001
ISBN: 0873492889
Format:Paperback
Pages:336
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Book Description
Follow the development of the machine gun from its earliest beginnings and discover its influence on warfare as retired Master Gunner Ian Hogg narrates a chronological history. Explore the various designs, mechanisms, strengths and weaknesses and
employment of machine guns made around the world. Learn the history behind Germany's general-purpose machine gun and why countries all over the world copied it.
Includes detailed specifications and background information on each model with a
16-page color section of historically significant guns.
-Chronological history of the machine gun based on careful research -A study of the various designs, mechanisms, strengths and weaknesses and employment of the machine gun -Lists
most current designs -Most comprehensive machine gun book available
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