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Osprey Publishing the Arisaka Rifle WPN70 - Comprehensive Historical Study

Discover the fascinating history of the Arisaka bolt-action rifles that armed Imperial Japan's forces from 1897 through World War II. This engaging study from Osprey Publishing features specially commissioned color artwork and draws upon a range of archival sources to cast new light on the origins, combat record, and reputation of these iconic military rifles.

Key Features

  • Full-color artwork and archival photographs
  • Close-up photographs of mechanisms and accessories
  • Comprehensive coverage from the trenches of Mukden in 1905 to the beaches of Okinawa in 1945
  • Technical analysis of all major variants including Type 30, Type 38, and Type 99 models
  • Comparative performance analysis against contemporary rifles like the US M1903 Springfield

Historical Coverage

Entering service in 1897, the Arisaka family of bolt-action rifles armed Japanese troops through two world wars and many other conflicts, including the Russo-Japanese War of 1904–05. Issued in long and short versions – the latter for cavalry and specialists – the Type 30 was the first main Arisaka model, arming Imperial Japan's forces during the Russo-Japanese War, though after the war it was refined into the Type 38, which would still be in use in 1945.

The main Arisaka rifle of World War II was the Type 99. Lighter and more rugged than the US M1903 Springfield rifle it would face in the initial battles in the Pacific, it was produced in four main variants, including a sniping model and a take-down parachutist's rifle.

Table of Contents

  • Introduction
  • Development
  • Use
  • Impact
  • Conclusion
  • Glossary
  • Bibliography
  • Index

Perfect for Military History Enthusiasts

This volume provides technical details on the various models, including specialized variants like the take-down parachutist's rifle and dedicated sniping models. The content is supported by a mix of archival photographs, close-up shots of mechanisms and accessories, and commissioned full-color artwork that brings this important piece of military history to life.

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