Worlds Greatest Guns

History Documentary hosted by Thom Pinto, published by History Channel broadcasted as part of HC Tales of the Gun series in 2000 - English narration



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In the centuries since the gun was invented, hundreds of innovators, engineers and inventors have brought their vision together to create what has become one of the most perfectly produced items ever made. TALES OF THE GUN chronicles the long history of firearm design and construction from the first, primitive weapons to today's computer-controlled, high-tech factories. From the gunslingers of the Wild West to the newest technology being developed for tomorrow s super-weapons, guns have etched a place in today s culture for their masterful combination of form, function and beauty.
This definitive 4-disc set of the WORLD's GREATEST GUNS features 11 hours of exhaustive, fascinating detail and thrilling stories on the guns, the inventors, the designers, and the story behind each weapon. Ranging in size, power, use, and style, the gun has been a part of human conflict for centuries. Its use has varied from hunting and protection to international combat and urban dispute. Trace the history of the gun from its inception up until the 20th century.

Produced by Greystone Communications, Inc. for The History Channel

13)  The AK-47
The Avtomat Kalashnikova 1947, otherwise known as the AK-47 was developed by the Soviets in secrecy at the dawn of the Cold War. Its menacing silhouette featuring a curved magazine has gained worldwide recognition, and respect. From Southeast Asia to the Middle East and Central America the AK-47 came to symbolize armed struggle and national liberation --or insurrection and political violence. In a rare television interview Mikhail Kalashnikov, the inventor of the AK-47 discusses how he designed the gun and what it was like to work within the secret world of the Soviet military during the Cold War. Simple to use and deadly efficient the AK-47 is one of the most influential guns of the 20th century.

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Video Codec: x264 CABAC High@L4
Video Bitrate: 2 059 Kbps
Video Resolution: 720x544
Display Aspect Ratio: 4:3
Frames Per Second: 29.970 fps
Audio Codec: AC3
Audio Bitrate: 192 kb/s CBR 48000 Hz
Audio Streams: 2
Audio Languages: english
RunTime Per Part: 45 min
Number Of Parts: 15
Part Size: 741 MB
Source: DVD
Encoded by: DocFreak08

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