What Submachine Guns Did Germany Use in World War 1?

Discover the role and usage of submachine guns in Germany during WW1, including the Bergmann MP18.

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Germany did not use any SMGs (submachine guns) during World War 1. The first practical SMG, the Bergmann MP18, was introduced in 1918, but its use was very limited during the war. Instead, Germany primarily relied on rifles such as the Gewehr 98.**

FAQs & Answers

  1. What was the first SMG used in World War 1? The first practical SMG was the Bergmann MP18, introduced in 1918.
  2. What rifles did Germany primarily use during WW1? Germany primarily relied on rifles like the Gewehr 98 during World War 1.
  3. Did any other countries use SMGs in WW1? The use of SMGs was very limited in WW1, with limited trials by other nations as well.
  4. How did SMGs evolve after World War 1? After WW1, SMGs evolved rapidly in the interwar period and became more widely adopted in World War 2.

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To further explore the evolution of weapons used in World War I, check out our videos on the Gewehr 98 and the impact of early automatic firearms.

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