Videos tagged with Johnson Type V

This video provides an in-depth look at the Johnson Type V semi-automatic rifle, a lesser-known variant of Melvin Maynard Johnson's designs. The presenter, Christian, a Curatorial Assistant, details its history, technical operation, and comparisons to other firearms of the era, particularly the M1 Garand. The discussion highlights the Type V's distinctive vertical box magazine and its short recoil operating system, contrasting it with the more familiar Type R and the later Model 1941 Johnson rifle. The video also touches upon the rifle's limited military adoption and its potential influence on later firearm designs.