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First used in combat during the Punitive Expedition into Mexico and then extensively during the world wars, the Colt Government Model (1911) pistol remained the standard issue handgun in the US armed forces for nearly 80 years.
In fact, the M1911 saw a resurgence amongst US Special Operations units as US Marine MARSOC and MEUSOC personnel were more recently issued modernized versions. In addition the pistol has seen service with famous law enforcement agencies such as the Shanghai Municipal Police, LAPD Swat and Texas Rangers.
Nearly a century after its introduction, the M1911 pistol remains a popular design and is now produced by virtually every major firearms manufacturer doing business in the USA.
In fact, the M1911 saw a resurgence amongst US Special Operations units as US Marine MARSOC and MEUSOC personnel were more recently issued modernized versions. In addition the pistol has seen service with famous law enforcement agencies such as the Shanghai Municipal Police, LAPD Swat and Texas Rangers.
Nearly a century after its introduction, the M1911 pistol remains a popular design and is now produced by virtually every major firearms manufacturer doing business in the USA.
First used in combat during the Punitive Expedition into Mexico and then extensively during the world wars, the Colt Government Model (1911) pistol remained the standard issue handgun in the US armed forces for nearly 80 years.
In fact, the M1911 saw a resurgence amongst US Special Operations un...
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About the author
Leroy Thompson trained and advised military and police special operations units around the world, focusing especially on the tactical use of firearms. He has published over 50 books, including several for Osprey Publishing.
Peter Dennis studied Illustration at Liverpool Art College. He has since contributed to hundreds of books, predominantly on historical subjects, including many Osprey titles.
Alan Gilliland is a writer, illustrator and publisher who has contributed to more than 70 Osprey titles. Alan completed the cutaway illustration for this volume.
Peter Dennis studied Illustration at Liverpool Art College. He has since contributed to hundreds of books, predominantly on historical subjects, including many Osprey titles.
Alan Gilliland is a writer, illustrator and publisher who has contributed to more than 70 Osprey titles. Alan completed the cutaway illustration for this volume.
Leroy Thompson trained and advised military and police special operations units around the world, focusing especially on the tactical use of firearms. He has published over 50 books, including several for Osprey Publishing.
Peter Dennis studied Illustration at Liverpool Art College. He has since...
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