7.5cm Light Infantry Gun

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	Weapon: 7.5cm Light Infantry Gun Type: Infantry Support Gun Country of Origin: Germany Year Adopted: 1927 Overall Length (mm): 3450.0 Overall Length (in): 135.83 Weight (kg): 400.00 Weight (pounds): 881.85

The 7.5cm Light Infantry Gun was a German infantry support weapon developed during World War II. Designed to provide close-range fire support to infantry units, the 7.5cm gun was capable of firing both high-explosive and anti-tank rounds, making it a versatile tool on the battlefield. It was relatively lightweight for an artillery piece, allowing for easier mobility alongside advancing infantry.

The gun was widely used by German forces throughout World War II, particularly on the Eastern Front and in North Africa. Its primary role was to provide direct fire against enemy positions, fortifications, and light vehicles. The gun's relatively small size and ease of deployment made it a valuable asset in both offensive and defensive operations.

Though it was eventually overshadowed by larger and more powerful artillery pieces, the 7.5cm Light Infantry Gun played an important role in providing infantry units with quick and mobile fire support. Its effectiveness in close combat situations made it a staple of German infantry tactics during the war.

Wehrmacht Artillery--Shotgun Breech lock Infantry Cannon