Designed by John C Garand this self-loading rifle was introduced into service with US forces in 1936. Prior to this the US army used the Bolt Action Springfield Rifle Model 1903. The Garand was the best self-loading rifle available to allied troops and served with distinction in World War Two, Korea and the early years of the war in Vietnam. The rifle was loaded by 8 round clips (single round loading not available). Gas operated.
Marks and Stamps: (Heel of receiver) U.S. RIFLE CAL .30 M1 H & R ARMS CO. Serial no (top of bolt) D6528287 HRA -U-| Accession Number: 371 | Period of Use: |
| Type: Semi Automatic/automatic rifle | War Zones: |
| Country of Origin: U.S.A. | Type Date: 1932 |
| Manufacturer: Harrington & Richardson Arms Co. Worcester Mass. | Serial Number: 5699677 |
| Manufacture Date: Unknown | Calibre/Ammunition: 0.30" |
| Weight: 4370g | Length Overall: 1103mm |
| Cyclic Rate: Semi-auto | Length Barrel: 610mm |
| Deactivation Certificate Number: DA 39317 |