Hi,
A moment ago I accidentally reviewing book I found the information, that:
“Some Boys AT rifles used by the US Marine Corps in early 1942 on the Philippines against dug in Japanese infantry positions”
(Bishop, Chris, The encyclopedia of weapons of World War II, p. 213).
It’s probably a mistake? I know that General MacArthur took over motor transport include 57 Universal Carriers from Canadian ship, the Don Jose – but these vehicles were (I think) without weapons.
I have a few good books on the 4th Marine Regiment. There is no mention anywhere that had used Boys AT rifles on the Philippines Campaign.
Text by Chris Bishop - it’s probably a mistake.
If anyone will have any suggestions - I’ll be grateful for any comments.
Regards,
jabu