Does the military pay for your wedding?

Does the military pay for your wedding?

One of the best perks of being in the military when it comes to tying the knot is that the base chapel is typically free including chaplain performing the wedding ceremony with a variety choices including almost any religious denomination, non-religious, military, civilian and casual.

Do soldiers choose their own weapons?

Most, if not all, their weapons are customized to the individual operator. Soldiers operate weapon systems. They are not allowed to pick and customise the weapon systems that make them feel good about being soldiers. They carry the weapon system that their unit wants to have in place and ready to be operated.

Did WW2 soldiers carry sidearms?

While handguns weren’t issued to every soldier, most would get and carry their own pistol. Therefore, not every soldier would all have the same sidearm. However, the two most commonly issued pistols during WW2 were the Colt M1911A1 and the M1917 Revolver.

Why did soldiers want lugers?

It was sought after by many allied soldiers for its sleek, unique look and accuracy, but more as a keepsake than as a practical weapon. It’s unique design and connection to Germany made it a valuable souvenir to bring home, much like Nazi flags, and pickelhaubes before them.

Did all German soldiers carry Lugers?

No, they didn’t. Although the German’s typically had more pistols issued than other contemporary armies. The standard Schutze/Soldat/Grenadier commonly carried a K98K from 1935 to 1945, however there were some exceptions, for example.

What does s 42 mean on a Luger?

WWI / WWII small arms marked with “M” were issued to the Navy or “Kriegsmarine.” This particular example has WWI Kreigsmarine markings on its backstrap. “S/42” denotes production in the Mauser factory. These pre-WWII pistols were finished exceptionally well.

Why are lugers so good?

In fact, the Browning Hi-Power became the Luger’s greatest competitor, because of the Browning’s simplicity—which mattered to soldiers who had to field-strip and clean the handgun in the field. Yet, the Luger has a reputation for toughness and accuracy that obviously served German soldiers well.

Are lugers legal?

Luger P-08 is a C&R handgun. C&R handguns are exempt from needing to be on the Roster of Handguns Certified for Sale. All handguns must be transferred through a CA FFL dealer.

Are lugers rare?

These Lugers are extremely rare and both Letter dates are very desirable among collectors as they are the first of the newly built Lugers of the Nazi era.

What pistol did the SS use?

Mauser C-96

What gun does James Bond use?

Walther PPK

Was AK 47 used in ww2?

The AK-47 was designed after World War II by the Soviets, who issued the guns to the communist army’s conscripted forces. In the past few decades, the AK-47 has become one of the weapons of choice for many groups — and one of the most commonly smuggled weapons in the world.

Are Luger pistols still made?

While new Mauser Luger production ended at this time, pistols continued to be assembled and sold from parts on hand until the 1990s. The Luger pistol is still sought after by collectors both for its sleek design and accuracy, and for its connection to Imperial and Nazi Germany.