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How AK-47 Emerged As 'Weapon Of The Century'
Few firearms hold the iconic status of the AK-47. Simple, reliable, and devastatingly effective, this assault rifle has transcended its military purpose to become a symbol of revolution, rebellion, and even national identity.
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Russia Marks Kalashnikov's 100th Birthday With Exhibit And Selfies
Dozens of cadets and youngsters from Russia's Youth Army have been getting up close and personal with perhaps the world's most iconic firearm as their country marks the centenary of the birth of Mikhail Kalashnikov, inventor of the legendary AK-47 rifle.
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Russia's Youth Army Prep To Mark 100th Birth Anniversary Of AK-47 Maker
Dozens of cadets and youngsters from Russia's Youth Army have been getting up close and personal with perhaps the world's most iconic firearm as their country prepares to mark the centenary of the birth of Mikhail Kalashnikov, maker of the legendary rifle.
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Russia Unveils Monument To Designer Of Iconic AK-47 Rifle
Russia on Tuesday unveiled a statue of Mikhail Kalashnikov, inventor of the AK-47 assault rifle that became by some estimates the most lethal weapon ever made and the best known Russian brand abroad.
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Kalashnikov rifle designer felt 'spiritual pain' from mass deaths
Mikhail Kalashnikov, the designer of the AK-47 rifle, wrote a letter to the Russian Orthodox Church before his death expressing concern that the weapon had killed so many people, Izvestia newspaper reported.
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In remembrance: Eminent figures who passed away in 2013
Some of the notable figures who have passed away in the year just ending.
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Russia's Kalashnikov, designer of AK-47, dies: official
Mikhail Kalashnikov, the designer of fabled AK-47 automatic rifle, has died, Russia's ITAR-TASS news agency reported on Monday, citing the office of the presidency in the Udmurtia region where he worked. He was 94.
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Russia mulls creating 'Kalashnikov' firearms firm
Russia is considering creating a single firearms manufacturer named after the legendary rifle designer Mikhail Kalashnikov by merging two struggling firms, President Vladimir Putin said today.
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Russian Army to stop buying iconic AK47 rifles
The Russian army says that it will no longer buy AK47 rifles, the iconic combat weapon designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov.
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How AK-47 Emerged As 'Weapon Of The Century'
Few firearms hold the iconic status of the AK-47. Simple, reliable, and devastatingly effective, this assault rifle has transcended its military purpose to become a symbol of revolution, rebellion, and even national identity.
-
Russia Marks Kalashnikov's 100th Birthday With Exhibit And Selfies
Dozens of cadets and youngsters from Russia's Youth Army have been getting up close and personal with perhaps the world's most iconic firearm as their country marks the centenary of the birth of Mikhail Kalashnikov, inventor of the legendary AK-47 rifle.
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Russia's Youth Army Prep To Mark 100th Birth Anniversary Of AK-47 Maker
Dozens of cadets and youngsters from Russia's Youth Army have been getting up close and personal with perhaps the world's most iconic firearm as their country prepares to mark the centenary of the birth of Mikhail Kalashnikov, maker of the legendary rifle.
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Russia Unveils Monument To Designer Of Iconic AK-47 Rifle
Russia on Tuesday unveiled a statue of Mikhail Kalashnikov, inventor of the AK-47 assault rifle that became by some estimates the most lethal weapon ever made and the best known Russian brand abroad.
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Kalashnikov rifle designer felt 'spiritual pain' from mass deaths
Mikhail Kalashnikov, the designer of the AK-47 rifle, wrote a letter to the Russian Orthodox Church before his death expressing concern that the weapon had killed so many people, Izvestia newspaper reported.
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In remembrance: Eminent figures who passed away in 2013
Some of the notable figures who have passed away in the year just ending.
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Russia's Kalashnikov, designer of AK-47, dies: official
Mikhail Kalashnikov, the designer of fabled AK-47 automatic rifle, has died, Russia's ITAR-TASS news agency reported on Monday, citing the office of the presidency in the Udmurtia region where he worked. He was 94.
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Russia mulls creating 'Kalashnikov' firearms firm
Russia is considering creating a single firearms manufacturer named after the legendary rifle designer Mikhail Kalashnikov by merging two struggling firms, President Vladimir Putin said today.
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Russian Army to stop buying iconic AK47 rifles
The Russian army says that it will no longer buy AK47 rifles, the iconic combat weapon designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov.
