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The legendary AK-47 and its progeny is one of the most recognized weapons in the world, and epitomizes Russian weapons philosophy: simplicity and dependability.
In this new documentary, see the history of the Kalashnikov assault rifle from its genesis as the brainchild of Mikhail Kalashnikov, to its adoption by millions of soldiers world-wide and its use by the Russian military, past and present.
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