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Originally posted by: Chiwas
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"We just do not have enough rifles to equip all of our soldiers. So in certain circumstances we allow soldiers to have an AK-47. "
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This seems shameful.
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Actually an AK47 is a much better weapon for this type of warfare than anything that the US provides. It is amazingly durable and reliable with a very efficient rate of fire. Since most urban combat is at close range, the advantages of the M16 are negated.