Municion L.M.P. 1889: Paris Commune to Spanish Civil War

Published on April 1, 2019
Duration: 10:34

This entry details the L.M.P. 1889, a French hand-thrown munition, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. Initially conceived for urban combat and evolving through WWI, it saw variations in material (granite, chalk) and handle construction (brass, Galalith, wood). Despite its historical context, the entire narrative is revealed as an April Fools' Day hoax, highlighting the importance of critical evaluation of historical accounts.

Quick Summary

The L.M.P. 1889 was presented as a French hand-thrown munition, evolving from urban combat designs and seeing material variations like granite and chalk with brass, Galalith, or wood handles. However, this narrative was ultimately revealed as an April Fools' Day hoax by Forgotten Weapons, emphasizing critical historical analysis.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to L.M.P. 1889
  2. 01:04Historical Origins & Paris Commune
  3. 02:57Manufacturing & Material Changes
  4. 03:51American Production Attempt
  5. 05:06The Chalk Version
  6. 07:38Post-War Use & German Adoption
  7. 09:04Global Distribution
  8. 10:04April Fools' Reveal

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the L.M.P. 1889?

The L.M.P. 1889, or Munition Lancée à la Main Pierre, was presented as a French hand-thrown infantry munition developed before WWI and simplified during the conflict, with variations in granite and chalk construction.

What materials were used for the L.M.P. 1889?

The L.M.P. 1889 was described as being made from granite or chalk. Its handle could be constructed from brass, Galalith (an early plastic), or wood, depending on the production variant and simplification efforts.

Was the L.M.P. 1889 a real weapon?

No, the entire history and existence of the L.M.P. 1889, as presented in the video, was revealed to be an elaborate April Fools' Day hoax by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It served as a narrative device to explore historical context and critical thinking.

Where did the L.M.P. 1889 see use?

The video claimed surplus L.M.P. 1889 munitions were sent as aid to Russia during its Civil War and later to Spain during the Spanish Civil War, with continued appearances in North African conflicts.

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