John C. Garand

John C. Garand was an American engineer and inventor who designed the M1 Garand rifle, the first semi-automatic military rifle used widely by U.S. forces during World War II and the Korean War. His design allowed soldiers to fire multiple rounds quickly without manual reloading after each shot, greatly enhancing combat efficiency. The M1 Garand is celebrated for its reliability, accuracy, and impact on modern firearm development. Garand's work revolutionized military small arms and earned him the honor of being inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame.