We need to remember that the .45 came about because of the Philippine campaign. Current issue at the time was the .38 revolver. Moro warriors would wrap themselves with vines and rush the U.S. lines. The venerable .38 s&w was a poor manstopper to start with. It failed miserably against these attacks. The request then was made for a new pistol cartridge with better lethality. The .45 acp was the result. Nothing like a 230 grain projectile @900 fps to put down the most determined assailant. All hail John Browning and his brainchild 1911


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