Videos tagged with Liberator FP-45

Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries examines the Liberator FP-45 pistol, a World War II-era firearm designed for resistance fighters. He details its simple construction, intended purpose as a disposable weapon for capturing enemy arms, and its psychological warfare role. The video highlights its limited robustness and unique features like grip ammunition storage.

This "Walk-in Wednesday" episode features Tom showcasing two Liberator FP-45 Pistols, a single-shot firearm secretly commissioned by the OSS during WW2. The video highlights an authentic example alongside a high-quality reproduction by Vintage Ordinance Co. These pistols were intended for distribution behind enemy lines in Axis-occupied countries, providing locals with a simple weapon to incapacitate a guard, acquire their firearm, and resist occupation. The video also includes a shooting clip from InRangeTV.