Wars of 1938-1940
Weapons Systems
(1938-1940)

The weapons of the era can be seen in this section.  Each weapon is accompanied by photographs, technical specifications, and a full description. You can learn about  the history of each weapon's development, its capabilities and limitations, where it was used in combat, as well as the various types of ammunition that each weapon used.

  

Mortars, Grenades, and Firearms

New Service Weapons

Other Service Firearms

  

Swords, Bayonets, and Fighting Knives

Weapons Developed

Weapons in Service

  • SVT-38 Bayonet

  • SVT-40 Bayonet

  • M-40 Fighting Knife

  

Earlier Period
Weapons

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Later Period
Weapons