The M1 Carbine

Leroy Thompson (Author), Peter Dennis (Illustrator), Alan Gilliland (B.E.V. illustrator)

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English

Osprey
01 November 2011

History; Military history; Weapons & equipment

Series: Weapon

In 1938 the US Chief of Infantry requested that the Ordnance Department develop a carbine to be used by service and support troops, artillerymen, machine-gun crews, tankers, mortar crews and other troops not needing the power of the M1 Garand rifle. The development of this new weapon was given an added impetus by Germany's successful use of airborne and glider troops early on in World War II. This caused a fear amongst US officers that troops normally considered 'behind the lines' personnel might have to fight elite German troops and would therefore require a more effective weapon than their standard pistols. The resulting M1 Carbine was a not a shortened version of the standard service rifle but instead a brand-new design chambering a new cartridge. Eventually numerous manufacturers would combine to produce over six million M1 Carbines before the end of the war. This book charts the complete story of the weapon, from its design, to its operational history and its impact upon warfare.

By: Leroy Thompson (Author)
Illustrated by: Peter Dennis (Illustrator), Alan Gilliland (B.E.V. illustrator)
Imprint: Osprey
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: 13
Dimensions: Height: 248mm, Width: 184mm, Spine: 7mm
Weight: 263g
ISBN: 9781849086196
ISBN 10: 1849086192
Series: Weapon
Pages: 80
Publication Date: 01 November 2011
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for The M1 Carbine

"""Author Leroy Thompson tells us the story of the M1 Carbine from its inception to today's use... It all makes for another fine book and if you are interested in weapons, then this book would make a fine addition to your library."" --Scott Van Aken, Modeling Madness"