John Garand
Canadian firearm designer (1888-1974) · Canada · On the map · Scientists · Died at 86
Jean Cantius Garand, also known as John C. Garand, was a Canadian-American designer of firearms who created the M1 Garand, a semi-automatic rifle that was widely used by the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps during World War II and the Korean War.
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1974Died16 February 19741944Medal for MeritAward1943John Scott AwardAward1941Holley MedalAward1888Born1 January 1888
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Canada
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1888 to 1974 · aged 86
