The M1 Garand is a semi-automatic rifle that was used by the United States military during World War II and the Korean War. Developed by John C. Garand and adopted by the US Army in 1936, the M1 Garand was the standard issue rifle for American troops during World War II.

The rifle fired an 8-round en bloc clip of .30-06 Springfield ammunition and had a range of about 500 yards. The M1 Garand was known for its accuracy and reliability, and was highly respected by American soldiers.

The M1 Garand was replaced by the M14 rifle in the late 1950s, but it remained in use by some US Army and Marine Corps units until the early 1970s.

Today, the M1 Garand is a popular collector’s item and is still used in civilian marksmanship competitions. It is also featured in many movies and video games depicting World War II.