Videos tagged with American Expeditionary Force

This video delves into Colt's Model 1915 Vickers Gun, a variant of the renowned Vickers machine gun chambered in .30-06. Adopted by the US in 1915 after extensive testing, Colt produced 12,125 units for American forces during World War I. The video highlights their service with the American Expeditionary Force and explains their current scarcity, largely due to Lend-Lease to Britain during World War II and subsequent destruction. The content focuses on the historical significance and production details of this specific firearm.

This video features field testing of the Chauchat machine gun, comparing its accuracy against a simulated MG08/15 nest at 150 yards. The reviewer tests both semi-automatic and full-automatic fire in short bursts. The description notes the US Army's recommendation against using the Chauchat beyond 400 yards due to accuracy limitations. Original WW1 American Expeditionary Force Chauchat manuals are linked.

This video delves into the historical significance of the Americans taking Blanc Mont Ridge in October 1918 during World War I. The ridge, a crucial strategic high ground in the Champagne region of France, was heavily fortified by the Germans. The video details the challenges faced by the American Expeditionary Force, including fierce German resistance and over 350 machine guns, as they launched an assault with US Army and Marine units. Despite significant American casualties, the capture of the ridge was a major accomplishment, though largely forgotten. The video also highlights the presence of an American war memorial on the summit.

This American Rifleman TV episode features a two-part segment. The first part delves into the history of African American soldiers in the American Expeditionary Force during World War I, exploring their experiences and the firearms they used. The second part consists of two "Rifleman Review" segments. One review focuses on the Smith & Wesson M&P380 Shield EZ pistol, while the "I Have This Old Gun" segment highlights the Norwegian Model 1914 pistol.