Korean War

American Arsenal: Innovation and Adaptation Main Rifle: The M1 Garand The United States, leading the United Nations forces, brought a formidable arsenal to the Korean peninsula. The American military had just concluded World War II and possessed a wealth of experience in modern warfare. The *guns of the Korean War* employed by the Americans reflected … Read more

The Arsenal of Freedom: Weapons of the United States and Allied Forces Rifles and Carbines: The Backbone of Infantry Combat The mainstay of the American infantryman was the M1 Garand rifle. This semi-automatic rifle, chambered in .30-06 Springfield, provided a significant advantage in firepower over the bolt-action rifles common to the enemy. Its ability to … Read more