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Sub Machine Gun, 9 Mm Mp40
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Sub Machine Gun, 9 Mm Mp40
MP40 9 mm sub machine gun 1941 (c); with magazine; German Army, World War Two. Date: circa 1941
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This evocative photograph captures the menacing presence of a MP40 9mm submachine gun, a formidable weapon used extensively by the German Army during World War Two. Circa 1941, this image offers a rare glimpse into the arsenal of the Axis forces during the conflict. The MP40, also known as the Schmidt-Rubin M/1928 or the "Schmeisser," was a select-fire automatic weapon that fired 9x19mm Parabellum cartridges. Its compact size, lightweight design, and high rate of fire made it an ideal weapon for close quarters combat. The photograph shows the MP40 with its distinctive curved wooden stock, folding metal shoulder rest, and large 32-round detachable box magazine. The magazine is fully loaded, with the rounds visible through the transparent window. The weapon's cold, metallic finish and the stark contrast with the worn, battle-scarred uniforms of the soldiers handling it, underscores the harsh realities of war. The MP40 was a symbol of the German military's technological prowess and its ruthless efficiency. Its widespread use on the battlefield made it a feared weapon among Allied forces. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the pivotal role the MP40 played in the outcome of World War Two, and the enduring impact of military innovation on the course of history.
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