Ask Ian: "Last Ditch" Rifles for World War III?
This video, "Ask Ian: 'Last Ditch' Rifles for World War III?" by Forgotten Weapons, discusses the concept of simplifying firearm designs during large-scale conflicts like World War III. The host explains that simplified weapons are crucial for increasing production speed to meet the demands of battlefield attrition and increased conscription, ensuring that the necessary arms can be manufactured without compromising effectiveness or safety. The discussion stems from a Patreon question about how modern major nations might streamline their small arms for such scenarios, drawing parallels to historical wartime production needs.














