American Rifleman TV Preview: Over There! Part 7; Remington RP45; the Gewehr 98 Rifle

Published on July 17, 2018
Duration: 2:58

This episode of American Rifleman TV delves into the roles of American soldiers serving under British command during World War I. It highlights their use of British firearms, including the Short Magazine Lee-Enfield rifle and the Lewis light machine gun, both chambered in .303 British, as well as the Vickers gun. The episode also touches upon the German Gewehr 98 rifle and key battles like Operation Michael and the Battle of Hamel.

Quick Summary

During World War I, American divisions like the 27th and 30th served under British command, utilizing British firearms such as the Short Magazine Lee-Enfield rifle and the Lewis light machine gun, both in .303 British. They also used the Vickers gun. Key battles discussed include Operation Michael and the Battle of Hamel.

Chapters

  1. 00:06Introduction to American Rifleman TV
  2. 00:10Americans in WWI Under British Command
  3. 00:19Remington RP45 Review Preview
  4. 00:26Gewehr 98 Rifle Overview
  5. 00:3227th & 30th Divisions with British Forces
  6. 00:45German Spring Offensive of 1918
  7. 01:14Pershing Sends Divisions to Frontlines
  8. 01:31Battle of Hamel Begins
  9. 01:46New Type of Combined Warfare
  10. 02:14American Firearms in WWI
  11. 02:2027th & 30th Divisions with British Arms
  12. 02:32British Firearms Used by American Divisions

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearms did American soldiers use when serving under British command in World War I?

American divisions serving under British command in WWI were equipped with British arms. This included the Short Magazine Lee-Enfield rifle and the Lewis light machine gun, both chambered in .303 British. Their machine gun companies also utilized the Vickers gun.

Which American divisions fought with the British during World War I?

The 27th Infantry Division, known as 'Orion's Roughnecks,' and the 30th Infantry Division, 'Old Hickory,' were two American divisions that served under British command during World War I, entering the frontlines in July 1918.

What was the significance of the Battle of Hamel for American troops in WWI?

The Battle of Hamel, which began on July 4th, 1918, was significant as it saw the 27th and 30th American divisions working in full cooperation with the ANZACs, introducing a new type of combined warfare on the Western Front.

What German rifle was mentioned in the episode?

The episode mentioned the Gewehr 98 rifle as the rifle used by the Kaiser's men during World War I.

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