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What self defense sidearm was issued to helicopter crewmen during the Vietnam war era?
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Do all soldiers Cary pistols?
With the possible exception of the US Navy (during the Vietnam War years), primarily CREW served weapons crewmen are armed with sidearms. Examples: 1. Aircraft crewmen 2. Tank crewmen (officially classified as ARMOR CREWMEN during the Vietnam War) 3. Machinegun crews 4. Officers, to include naval officers 5. Military Policemen Note: The military sidearm (pistol/revolver) has traditionally been considered a self defense weapon. The rifle/tank/aircraft (bomber)/machine gun are offensive weapons.
What pistons were used by Americans in world war 1?
If you meant "pistols", the M1911A Colt semiautomatic pistol chambered for .45ACP was the Army's standard sidearm from World War I through the Vietnam era.
What is a sidearm?
a sidearm is a smaller weapon used for backup when a larger weapon is carried.A soldier's m-16 would be the primary weapon and the bereta 9 mm pistol would be the sidearm. The sidearm is mostly used by people who operate lager weapons such as artilery or heavier tank weapons .
Did Robert E. Lee use a gun?
Although he had a sidearm and a sword, as a general he directed the fighting and did not take part in the fighting himself. There are no recorded incidents in which Lee fired his personal defense weapon.
Did American troops carry 1911 handguns in World War 2?
Yes, it was the standard sidearm in all branches of the US military until finally replaced in the 1980s. So it was also used in Korea and Vietnam.
Who was the sidearm pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates?
Kent Tekulve was known for his sidearm "submarine" style.
What is a 38 caliber revolver used for?
Typically they are used for personal defense and for target shooting. The .38 Special revolver was a standard firearm for many American law enforcement officers for years, and has been used as a military sidearm.
What is the militarys current sidearm?
M9 Beretta
Sidearm Frisbee Throw?
Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, Victor Malafronte throws a sidearm 119-gram Model Frisbee 538 feet. In 1978 Boulder, Colorado, while doing a distance throwing demonstration at a North American Series (NAS) Frisbee Event, Ken Westerfield threw a sidearm 119-gram World Class Model Frisbee 552 feet. These are the two longest sidearm (forehand) throws ever.
Who is the pitcher for the Atlanta Braves that threw sidearm and was lefthanded?
Zane Smith, a rare lefthanded sidearm pitcher, played for the Atlanta Braves from 1984 to 1989.
What is sidearm?
In baseball, sidearm is a manner of throwing the ball while keeping the hand below the shoulder. It also called "dropping down". Some pitchers always throw sidearm. Infielders and outfielders are usually discouraged from using this delivery since it harder to throw accurately that way.
What sidearm did MacArthur carry?
Colt .45 ACP
