The Iconic American WW2 Thompson: the M1A1
This video delves into the iconic American WW2 Thompson submachine gun, specifically the M1A1 variant. It highlights the historical context of its development, stemming from the US Army's desire for a more cost-effective weapon. The description details the simplifications made from the M1928A1 to the M1 and then the M1A1, including the elimination of the Blish lock and the adoption of a blowback action and a fixed firing pin. The video notes that over 715,000 M1 and M1A1 Thompsons were produced before being replaced by the M3 Grease Gun. It also includes a brief correction regarding the transferability status of the featured firearm.












