 Rock Island Arsenal U.S. Model 1903 Rifle, manufactured in 1906 Image by Curiosandrelics, via Wikimedia Commons. Licensed CC BY-SA 3.0 |
Rifle SpringfieldThe term "Springfield rifle" refers to various small arms manufactured by the Springfield Armory in Massachusetts, primarily for the U.S. military. Notably, the Springfield Model 1903 is recognized for its significant use during both World Wars, while other models, including the smoothbore Springfield Model 1842 and various rifled muskets and trapdoor designs, have historical relevance spanning the American Civil War and beyond. The Springfield rifles represent a pivotal evolution in American firearm production and military technology. (Source: Wikipedia)
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