This video delves into the history and significance of the U.S. Model of 1917 Winchester rifle, also known as the M1917 Enfield. It details its development as an American modification of the British Pattern 1914 Enfield and highlights its role as the primary rifle for the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I, with approximately 75% of soldiers carrying it. The description also notes its continued use by the Danish Sirius Dog Sled Patrol in Greenland due to its reliability in Arctic conditions.
This YouTube Shorts video focuses on the Enfield P14 (Pattern 1914 Enfield) rifle. The title and description explicitly mention the firearm and its historical designation. The inclusion of hashtags like #gaming and #pubg suggests the video might be presented within a gaming context, potentially showcasing the weapon's appearance or use in a video game, or drawing a parallel between the historical firearm and its in-game representation. The #british tag further specifies the origin of the rifle.
This video delves into the Swift Model B, a unique training rifle developed in Great Britain during World War II. Designed to mimic the size, weight, and balance of the Pattern 1914 Enfield and No. 4 Enfield rifles, it fired a spring-loaded needle to prick paper targets, allowing for indoor marksmanship practice without ammunition. The description highlights its well-thought-out features, such as a spring-loaded buttplate and bolt cycling designed to enforce proper technique. However, it also notes the rifle's practical reception as a joke among soldiers, often used for pranks rather than serious training, suggesting its true utility lies somewhere between its intended purpose and its perceived effectiveness.
This video offers a book review of "Allied Rifle Contracts in America" by Luke Mercaldo. The book delves into the fascinating and often overlooked history of hundreds of thousands of rifles manufactured in the United States during World War I under contract for Allied nations like Britain, France, Canada, and Russia. It highlights specific examples beyond the Mosin Nagant, including Belgian 1889 Mausers, Remington Rolling Blocks, Winchester 1895s, Remington Berthiers, Savage 1899 lever actions, and Pattern 1914 Enfields. The review emphasizes the book's detailed exploration of contract origins, production challenges, inspection processes, financial outcomes for US firms, and the eventual global distribution of these firearms.
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