A LOOK AT THE AK-47: SHAPING HISTORY

From its humble beginnings in Russia's heartland, the AK-47 quickly became a symbol of revolution. This iconic firearm, designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov, has witnessed some of the intense conflicts of the 20th and 21st centuries. Its simplicity made it a weapon of choice for guerilla fighters, as well as for conventional armies. The AK-47's influenc