M1917

The M1917 is a designation given to several distinct pieces of military equipment developed by the United States in 1917. The most prominent is the M1917 Browning machine gun, a water-cooled .30 caliber machine gun developed by John Browning. It was based on an earlier design but was significantly improved for mass production and adopted by the U.S. Army during World War I. It saw extensive service and was a crucial weapon for Allied forces.

Another significant M1917 item is the M1917 revolver. This was a .45 caliber revolver adopted by the U.S. Army, essentially a modified Colt M1909 revolver. It was intended as a stopgap measure while the M1911 semi-automatic pistol was being produced in sufficient quantities. Both the machine gun and the revolver played important roles in American military history, particularly during the early 20th century. The M1917 designation signifies a period of rapid military development and adaptation for the United States.