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Von Mauser (Noun)

Meaning

German arms manufacturer and inventor of a repeating rifle and pistol (1838-1914).

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The von Mauser company founded by Paul Mauser and his brother Wilhelm became a prominent German arms manufacturer in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
  • Von Mauser invented the Gewehr 98, a bolt-action repeating rifle that became the standard German service rifle until the end of World War II.
  • Paul von Mauser was also responsible for developing a series of semi-automatic pistols that saw widespread use in the early 20th century.
  • In his later years, von Mauser continued to innovate and adapt to changing military requirements, contributing to Germany's arms development.
  • The work of von Mauser and his company greatly influenced firearms design both in Germany and internationally, leaving a lasting legacy in the industry.

Synonyms

  • P. P. Von Mauser
  • Mauser
  • Peter Paul Mauser
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