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Meunier A6: France's First Semiauto Battle Rifle

Meunier A6: France's First Semiauto Battle Rifle

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Published on January 6, 2018
Duration: 17:00

This video delves into the history and specifics of the Meunier A6, France's first semi-automatic battle rifle. It covers the rifle's experimental origins in the late 1890s, its limited production approval in 1910, and its eventual deployment during World War I. The description highlights the A6's design by Etienne Meunier, its adoption by French arsenals like Tulle, and its combat use. Challenges faced by the rifle, including reliability issues due to tight clearances and the logistical burden of a proprietary cartridge (7x57mm Meunier), are discussed. The video also notes the rifle's eventual replacement by the RSC 1917 rifle.

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