The M1911 wasn’t just a sidearm—it was a battlefield legend. During WWII, this .45-caliber powerhouse was issued to U.S. officers, NCOs, paratroopers, tank crews, and military police. Its reach even ...

They are single-action, hammer-fired pistols, just like the classic 1911-A1. The most defining characteristic of the genre is a short frame that terminates at the top of the grip, where traditional ...

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From the trenches to the Pacific islands, this .45 caliber pistol became a battlefield legend. Discover its history, mechanics, and why it remains a symbol of American firepower to this day.

Authorities later determined the handgun was a Springfield model 1911 .45 caliber semi-automatic pistol registered to Balaskovits, according to the District Attorney’s Office. Prosecutors said the ...

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