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They did not. However, during WW 2, the government purchased .22 TARGET rifles to be used to train service members in basic rifle marksmanship. Training was mainly for people that would not be expected to use the M1 Rifle on a regular basis- such as Navy, Air Corps, Women's Army Corps. .22 rimfire ammo and the rifles to shoot it were less expensive than the M1 Garand. I have one of those rifles in my collection (a Mossberg 44US)- and while they are very accurate, their maximum effective range is about 100 yards- hardly a sniper rifle.
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What were the main weapons in World War I?
The main weapons used for world war 1 happen to be the muskets, poisonous gas, airplanes, and sniper rifles
What were the Names of world war 2 sniper rifles?
During World War 1 the sniper rifles were mostly the standard issue rifle that had a telescopic sight or Scope installed. The three main standard issue rifles that were used and modified for sniper detail were: the British Lee Enfield, The German Gewehr 98, and the American 1903 Springfield.
How many rifles were used in World War 2?
Over 100 million rifles were used during World War 2.
Who was the greatest soldier?
you would have to give the details of which war, which army, which way of rating him or her?Simo Häyhä was a Sweetish sniper who fought during the "Winter War" against the Soviet Union he had a confirmed 505 killsVasily Zaitsev was also a sniper, who had fought for the Soviet Union durning World War II he had a confirmed 242 killsManfred von Richthofen "The Red Baron" (WW1) was also an amazing soldier but then again he was more of a pilot.
Who Made the RIFLE COST IN World War 1?
The cost of rifles during World War I was influenced by various factors, including production costs, demand, and government contracts. Major manufacturers like Winchester, Remington, and Enfield produced large quantities of rifles for military use. The price of rifles varied depending on the model and the country, but governments often subsidized production to meet wartime needs. Overall, the economic conditions and wartime demands shaped the pricing of rifles during this period.
What is the most accurate sniper rifle in the world?
It is often accepted the Heckler and Koch PSG-1 is the most accurate sniper rifle in the world.
What were the main weapons in World War I?
The main weapons used for world war 1 happen to be the muskets, poisonous gas, airplanes, and sniper rifles
What kinds of weapons did the soldiers in World War 2 use?
They used sub machine guns, sniper rifles, rifles, pistols, anti tank weapons, and machine rifles. Examples: The Thompson, BAR (Browning Automatic Rifle), M1A1 Carbine, etc....
How old is the sniper rifle?
The sniper rifle dates back to the American Civil War when Confederate troops mounted scopes on rifles and could kill the enemy from distances of up to 800 yards. From World War I and beyond, what we know as the sniper rifle today became common.
For call of duty world at war can you put a aperture scope on a bolt action rifle?
No, however you are able to get a sniper scope for all of the bolt action rifles.
How has the crossbow changed the world?
It changed the world by giving people ideas to make more long-ranged weapons instead of the short-ranged which causes more causalties, like sniper rifles.
What sniper rifles were used by US Marines in World War 2?
Springfield The M1903-A1 and M1903-A4 .30-06 rifles with a variety of scopes were used by most US snipers during WW 2. The Unertl 8X was the scope preferred by the USMC. the military also made limited use of M1 garand sniper rifles.
What were the Names of world war 2 sniper rifles?
During World War 1 the sniper rifles were mostly the standard issue rifle that had a telescopic sight or Scope installed. The three main standard issue rifles that were used and modified for sniper detail were: the British Lee Enfield, The German Gewehr 98, and the American 1903 Springfield.
What tipe of sniper rifles were used buy mercenarys?
In which conflict? Mercenaries have seen service throughout the world. In fact, mercenaries predate standing armies. Thus, a wide range of weaponry has been used by mercenaries.
What is the best sniper school in the world?
The top ten sniper schools are Civilian Sniper School,SEAL SNIPERS Navy,Navy SEAL Sniper School,Army SEAL Sniper School,Airforce SEAL Sniper School and Sniper School.
Who was Germany's leader durning World War 2?
Adolf Hitler
Who was the russian's leader durning World War 2?
Joseph Stalin
