PDF The U.S. Army War College Guide to National Security Issues Volume I: Theory of War and Strategy by J Boone Barthlomees Jr. in History

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The Mosin-Nagant is the world's longest-surviving and most widely distributed military rifle; having armed the forces of Russia and many other countries for over a century. It has seen action from World War I to the present day; but is most famous for its role during World War II; where it proved to be an excellent sniping weapon in the hands of marksmen such as Vasili Zaitsev and Simo Häyhä. This study covers the rifles entire combat history; from its early development through to its service in combat; and the impact it has had on modern firearms.Dramatic battle reports and specially-commissioned artwork complement the meticulously researched examination of the Mosin-Nagant provided by author Bill Harriman as he delves into the history of one of the most iconic rifles of World War II.