Small Arms of the World is a comprehensive guidebook that provides a detailed overview of the world's military small arms. Written by W. H. B. Smith, this manual is considered an essential reference for military historians, firearms enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the history and development of small arms. The book covers the history, design, and specifications of rifles, pistols, machine guns, and other small arms used by military forces around the world. It includes detailed descriptions, photographs, and technical specifications for each weapon, as well as information on their use in combat and their impact on military tactics. The book is organized by country, making it easy to compare and contrast the small arms used by different nations. Whether you are a military history buff or simply interested in firearms, Small Arms of the World is an invaluable resource for understanding the evolution of small arms and their role in military conflicts throughout history.American, British, Russian, German, Italian, Japanese And All Other Important Nations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.