The Johnson Model of 1941 Rifles and Light Machine Guns saw service with elite American troops during World War II. Not so well known is the light and handy Johnson Auto-Carbine. It could have been one of the most interesting infantry arms of World War II, but now it is a footnote in firearm history.
Here's the story of one well-traveled, Mosin-Nagant rifle that had been born in one country, fought for another country and then fought for two more countries over a short span of only thirty years.
Donald Bateman Hope Coates was not only an an avid adventurer, but also considered to be a great "Pistolero" who was proficient with his practice. Follow Kennith L. Smith-Christmas as he adds an additional tale from the man.