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Revision as of 06:39, 21 June 2013
Combat! was a World War II television series that followed a squad of American soldiers throughout the war in Europe. The series starred Vic Morrow as Sgt. "Chip" Saunders and Rick Jason as Lt. Gil Hanley. The series aired on ABC from 1962-1967 and would feature in early roles several well-known actors including Lee Marvin, Telly Savalas, and James Caan.
The following weapons were used in the series Combat!:
M1 Garand
The M1 Garand is the main rifle carried by the squad in the series.
M1 Carbine
The M1 Carbine is mainly carried by 2nd Lt. Gil Hanley (Rick Jason).
M1928A1 Thompson
The M1928A1 Thompson is the primary weapon carried by Sgt. "Chip" Saunders (Vic Morrow).
Browning Automatic Rifle
The Browning Automatic Rifle is primarily seen carried by Pfc. Kirby (Jack Hogan).
Colt M1911A1
The M1911A1 is also used in the series.
Karabiner 98k
The Karabiner 98k is the most common weapon used by German soldiers.
MP40
German forces also are seen using the MP40.
[[File:Combat 11.jpg|thumb|none|400px]
M55 Reising Submachine Gun
An M55 Reising Submachine Gun mocked up as an MP40 is used in some episodes. A similar weapon was used before in the movie Go for Broke!, as shown below.
Enfield No.2
An Enfield No.2 revolver is carried by Telly Savalas' character in "Vendetta".
Gewehr 43 Rifle
Gewehr 43 rifles are carried by various German forces throughout the show's run.
