Kalashnikov May 2026

(1919–2013) was a Soviet general and engineer most famous for designing the AK-47 assault rifle. Originally a tank commander, he began designing firearms while recovering from wounds received during the Battle of Bryansk in World War II . His creation, the Avtomat Kalashnikova (AK), became one of the most widely used and recognizable firearms in history due to its simplicity, durability, and low cost. Quick Facts