THE AK-47: THE WEAPON THAT SHAPED A CENTURY

From its humble beginnings in Russia's heartland, the AK-47 quickly became a symbol of unstoppable force. This iconic firearm, designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov, has been present for some of the defining conflicts of the 20th and 21st centuries. Its effectiveness made it a weapon of choice for guerilla fighters, as well as for government forces. The