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202452 minPGdocumentary

We Fired Russian WW2 Weapons!

202452 minPGdocumentary

Iconic Soviet weapons from World War II, including the TT-33 pistol and Mosin-Nagant rifle, are fired and examined for their historical significance.

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We Fired Russian WW2 Weapons!

2024• 52 minPG

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Iconic Soviet weapons from World War II, including the TT-33 pistol and Mosin-Nagant rifle, are fired and examined for their historical significance.

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Iconic Soviet weapons from World War II are showcased as Luke Tomes returns to the Royal Armouries in Leeds. Joined by firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson, Tomes fires the TT-33 pistol, a widely used sidearm known for its reliability and firepower. The Mosin-Nagant bolt-action rifle, a staple of the Red Army, follows, renowned for its ruggedness. The PPSh-41 submachine gun, capable of firing 1,000 rounds per minute, exemplifies Soviet infantry strength. Finally, the versatile Degtyaryov machine gun rounds out the exploration of these historic firearms.

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