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The Thompson Submachine Gun: From Prohibition Chicago to World War II (Weapon)
The Thompson Submachine Gun From Prohibition Chicago to World War II - Weapon
Author: Martin Pegler
There are certain firearms that developed an almost iconic status during the 20th century, and the Thompson submachine gun, or "Tommy gun", is undoubtedly one of these. It had an unusual beginning, for it was developed during the dying days of World War I as a 'one-man, hand-held machine gun' with the prototype referred to as the 'Annihilator'. ...  more »
ISBN-13: 9781849081498
ISBN-10: 1849081492
Publication Date: 9/21/2010
Pages: 64
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Publisher: Osprey Publishing
Book Type: Paperback
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