From Prohibition Chicago to World War II.
Pegler. Filled with rare archival images and original artwork, this book examines the design, development and impact of the Thompson submachine gun, from its introduction during the final days of World War I through its use by Chicago and New York gangsters during Prohibition and its second career in World War II. 80 pages, B&W and color photographs and illustrations, 7¼"x 9¾", softcover.
Pegler. Filled with rare archival images and original artwork, this book examines the design, development and impact of the Thompson submachine gun, from its introduction during the final days of World War I through its use by Chicago and New York gangsters during Prohibition and its second career in World War II. 80 pages, B&W and color photographs and illustrations, 7¼"x 9¾", softcover.
