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This video announces the release of a new book, "Small Arms of World War Two - United States," by Headstamp Publishing. Co-authored by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons and photographer James Rupley, the book delves into the history, development, and performance of American small arms from WWII. It covers handguns, submachine guns, rifles, machine guns, shotguns, and miscellaneous items, showcasing them with detailed photography in a premium hardback format. The book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how these firearms evolved and influenced warfare during the conflict, from early revolvers and bolt-actions to the advent of select-fire rifles.

This documentary delves into the history and wartime use of the Mauser C96 'Red 9' pistol during WWI. It details the pistol's development, early trials, and eventual adoption by the German Army in 9x19mm Parabellum to simplify logistics. The video highlights key technical evolutions, such as the 'NS' safety, and demonstrates its effectiveness in live fire, especially when paired with its shoulder stock.

This Q&A session from Forgotten Weapons covers a wide range of firearms topics, including the rationale behind publishing video formats, the history and design of various firearms like the Webley Fosbury and M1 Garand, discussions on magazine safeties, and the viability of certain firearm designs. Ian McCollum, drawing on his extensive knowledge, addresses questions about historical firearms, modern design considerations, and collecting advice.

This video presents the findings of the Dig Hill 80 archaeological excavation project in Wytschaete, Belgium. The project focused on remarkably intact World War I trenches and was funded in part by viewers of Forgotten Weapons. The presentation, attended by the video creator, details the historical discoveries made during the spring and summer of 2018. Donations are still being accepted to finalize cataloging and publications, particularly due to the unexpected recovery of human remains impacting the project budget.

This video provides an in-depth explanation of how the German Mauser C96 pistol works. It covers key mechanical features like its double-stack, clip-fed magazine, hammer-fire mechanism, and short recoil locked breech system. The content is presented as part of a WWI Primer series, suggesting a historical and technical focus on this iconic firearm.

This roundtable discussion features firearms experts Ian McCollum, Mike (Bloke on the Range), Ziga, and PSR discussing various aspects of firearms content creation on YouTube, firearms design and history, and the complexities of firearms law. They touch upon the challenges of content moderation on YouTube, the evolution of firearms platforms like the AR and AK, the potential of 3D printing in firearms manufacturing, and the differences between US and European firearms regulations. The conversation highlights the technical and legal hurdles faced by firearms creators and enthusiasts alike.

This guide details the specific technique for separating two MAS-36 rifles that have been inadvertently locked together by their bayonets. It outlines the historical context of this issue, the modification made to the bayonet to resolve it, and the step-by-step procedure for disengagement. The technique requires precise alignment and the use of a pointed tool to access the internal release mechanism, as demonstrated by firearms expert Ian McCollum.

This guide details the loading and firing procedure for the M134 Minigun, as explained by Ian McCollum. It covers manual indexing of the barrel cluster, feeding the ammunition belt, engaging controls, and firing. The guide also touches upon the weapon's spin-down inertia and the function of modern clutch systems. Expert instruction from a recognized firearms historian highlights the technical aspects of operating this powerful weapon system.

This guide details the operational features of the H&K G11 K2, a prototype assault rifle known for its caseless ammunition and unique rotating drum bolt. It covers the selector settings, magazine capacity, integrated optics, and the internal action designed for recoil management during high-rate-of-fire bursts. Expert insights from Ian McCollum highlight the historical context and technical innovations of this advanced firearm.

This guide details the operation of the German L.Gr.W.36 50mm light mortar, as demonstrated by expert Ian McCollum. It covers assembly, leveling procedures, ammunition handling, and live fire execution, emphasizing the difficulty in visually tracking the projectile. The instruction highlights the importance of proper setup for accuracy.