The Luger’s firing mechanism was far in advance. The average pistol, for example the American Colt, fired 20 to 30 rounds per minute. The Luger achieved legendary status because it was one of the most advanced semi-automatic pistols of the 20th century with an impressive fire rate of 116 rounds per minute. Today, the Luger still remains one of the most popular weapons of many gun enthusiasts and numerous examples are found in museum collections. Soon the Germans realised the longing for Lugers and used it to their advantage by booby-trapped the weapon with explosives, utilising it as bait against the Allies. American soldiers frequently looted fallen German officers of their Lugers. What became clear during the interviews with veterans was their obsession with the German Luger pistol. The book “Band of Brothers” written by Stephen E Ambrose is based on interviews conducted with former members of E Company, 2nd Battalion and 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the American Army during World War II.
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