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The Great Dictator
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The Great Dictator was Charlie Chaplin's 1940 biting satire and declaration against the rise of fascism as well as being the first true talking picture made by the noted silent film star. Chaplin wrote, produced, and directed the film, as well as took on multiple roles, including the title character.
The following weapons were used in the film The Great Dictator:
Handguns
Colt New Service
An Allied officer and Tomanian Storm Trooper use a Colt New Service to shoot a young Jewish man in fictional Osterlich.
Luger P08
At least one Tomanian officer has a Luger P08 pistol.
Rifles
Krag-Jørgensen M1899
Most of the Tomanian infantry are seen using Krag-Jørgensen long rifles with bayonets affixed and carbines. Allied soldiers are also seen with Krag-Jørgensen Rifles.
Krag-Jørgensen M1898
Some full-length Krag-Jørgensen rifles are also seen in the hands of Tomanian soldiers.
Mauser Karabiner 98AZ
Prison guards carry the Mauser 98AZ Artillery Carbine as identified by the distinctive stacking hook just below the upper barrel band. Allied soldiers in 1918 are also armed with these rifles.
Other
7.7 cm Feldkanone 96 n.A.
7.7 cm Feldkanone 96 n. A. field guns are used by Tomania troops.
Lewis gun
A Lewis light machine gun is used by troops of the fictional country of Tomania in the first World War.
Stick Grenade
Tomanian soldiers including the Jewish Barber use stick hand grenades that somewhat resemble Model 13/15 Kugelhandgranates.
"Pull the pin, count to 10 and throw it!"
Winchester 1897 Field shotgun
The Great Dictator himself goes duck hunting with a Winchester Model 1897 Field shotgun.
