Tales Of The Gun - The AK-47

In the face of growing technology, why does this firearm remain important in armed conflict?
 
Meet the creator of the AK-47.

Why is this weapon so widely utilized throughout the world?

It is probably the most instantly recognizable firearm in history. It has been used in every type of conflict, from national war and liberation to insurrection and urban combat. Its full name is Avtomat Kalashnikova, 1947, but is more commonly referred to as the AK-47.

Fired in countries from Southeast Asia to Central America, this gun has become synonymous with design simplicity and battlefield reliability. It is inexpensive to make and easy to use. Discover how this weapon was forged in the heat of the Cold War. In a rare interview, inventor Mikhail Kalashnikov discusses how he created this popular weapon. Learn how the AK-47 went from the hands of Soviet military personnel to fighters around the world. Trace the history of this rifle and discover why it has become one of the most influential guns of the 20th Century.

Upplagd i sortimentet: 6 Augusti, 2008