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Originally Posted by M2MikeGolf
I thought it would be worth adding Vietnam's most famous (or infamous) S&W. Anyone know for sure what it was? A Bodyguard 49? There's another thread worth looking through as this photo had a great deal of importance, both political and in the US and internationally. Eddie Adams later regretted the impact it had on GEN Nguyen, to the point apparently where he was even denied medical treatment.
The thread:
What revolver is this
And the famous photo:
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I did some research on this photo a while back. Apparently, General Loan acquired the revolver from U.S. Air Force intelligence officers. The revolver was a S&W Model 38 Airweight Bodyguard. This info was gleaned from General Loan in 1979 by a NY times reporter during an interview. At the time, General Loan was running a restaurant in Virginia, about 20 miles south of D.C.
Great thread, folks! Threads like these are my favorite reason for visiting this forum almost daily.
Thanks to all who served, and to those who supported all who served!