The AK-47 is perhaps the most widespread firearm in the world. Carried by American enemies and allies alike since 1947, it is the standard infantry weapon for 106 countries. There are an estimated 100 ...

Army Sgt. Kevin Beuse and Spc. Johnny Long, assigned to U.S. Army Cyber Command, simultaneously fire AK-47 assault rifles during the 2017 Best Warrior Competition at Fort A.P. Hill, Va. (Sgt. Steven L ...

Developed to supply a poorly-trained conscript army, the AK-47 remains one of the most reliable rifles ever built. (U.S. Army Photo by Sgt. Steven L. Galimore) The AK-47 has seen action in numerous ...

The AK-47 was designed after World War II by the Soviets, who issued the guns to the communist army's conscripted forces. In the past few decades, the AK-47 has become one of the weapons of choice for ...

Here’s What You Need to Know: The AK-47 is the most ubiquitous gun pattern ever created. Everyone with a heartbeat and two eyes has seen the iconic AK-47—the most produced rifle in history. It is ...

Here’s What You Need To Remember: That the AK-47 beat out the AK-46 is less important than the AK-47’s legacy as the most ubiquitous gun pattern ever created. AK-46 or 47—it doesn’t matter. Both ...