Birthdate: November 10, 1919
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Kur’ya, Russia
Died: December 23, 2013
Mikhail Kalashnikov was a Soviet and Russian lieutenant general known for his significant contributions as an inventor, military engineer, writer, and small arms designer. He is most famous for creating the legendary AK-47 assault rifle and its variations, including the AKM and AK-74, as well as the RPK light machine gun and PK machine gun. Kalashnikov’s exceptional expertise was a result of his self-taught tinkering skills and profound knowledge of weaponry. Despite facing challenges with the misuse of his creations, he took pride in the reliability and defensive capabilities of his designs.
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