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[[Image:GfB_poster.jpg|thumb|right|300px|''Go for Broke!'' (1951)]] | [[Image:GfB_poster.jpg|thumb|right|300px|''Go for Broke!'' (1951)]] | ||
− | '''''Go for Broke!''''' is a 1951 war movie written and directed by Robert Pirosh (''[[Battleground]]'') starring [[Van Johnson]] about the exploits of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, and to a lesser extend, the 100th Infantry Battalion, which were both composed of Japanese-Americans in World War II. The title refers to the motto of the 442nd, of which many of the actors were veterans of, with the notable exception of [[Henry Nakamura]]. MGM failed to extend its copyright after 28 years, so the film is now in the public domain. | + | '''''Go for Broke!''''' is a 1951 war movie written and directed by Robert Pirosh (''[[Battleground]]'') starring [[Van Johnson]] about the exploits of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, and to a lesser extend, the 100th Infantry Battalion, which were both composed of Japanese-Americans in World War II. The title refers to the motto of the 442nd, of which many of the actors were veterans of, with the notable exception of [[Henry Nakamura]]. The film was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Story and Screenplay, but lost to eventual Best Picture ''An American in Paris.'' MGM failed to extend its copyright after 28 years, so the film is now in the public domain. |
'''The following guns were used in the film ''Go for Broke! (1951)'':''' | '''The following guns were used in the film ''Go for Broke! (1951)'':''' | ||
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[[Image:M1_Garand.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M1 Garand semiautomatic Rifle with leather M1917 sling - .30-06]] | [[Image:M1_Garand.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M1 Garand semiautomatic Rifle with leather M1917 sling - .30-06]] | ||
[[Image:GfB_M1G_01.jpg|thumb|none|500px|The men of the 442nd parade with their M1 Garands.]] | [[Image:GfB_M1G_01.jpg|thumb|none|500px|The men of the 442nd parade with their M1 Garands.]] | ||
− | [[Image:GfB_M1G_02.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Tommy ([[Henry Nakamura]]) gets the all clear while covering Sam ([[Lane Nakano]]) and Masami (Harry Hamada).]] | + | [[Image:GfB_M1G_02.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Tommy ([[Henry Nakamura]]) gets the all-clear while covering Sam ([[Lane Nakano]]) and Masami (Harry Hamada).]] |
[[Image:GfB_M1G_03.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Sam (right) and Masami clear the German OP.]] | [[Image:GfB_M1G_03.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Sam (right) and Masami clear the German OP.]] | ||
− | [[Image:GfB_M1G_04.jpg|thumb|none|500px| | + | [[Image:GfB_M1G_04.jpg|thumb|none|500px|SFC Culley ([[Don Haggerty]]) with his M1 Garand.]] |
[[Image:GfB_M1G_05.jpg|thumb|none|500px|2LT Grayson fires his M1 Garand.]] | [[Image:GfB_M1G_05.jpg|thumb|none|500px|2LT Grayson fires his M1 Garand.]] | ||
==M1 Carbine== | ==M1 Carbine== | ||
− | [[M1 Carbine]]s are issued to officers like 2LT Grayson ([[Van Johnson]]) and Captain Solari ([[Dan Riss]]). | + | [[M1 Carbine]]s are issued to officers like 2LT Grayson ([[Van Johnson]]) and Captain Solari ([[Dan Riss]]). SSG Ohhara (Henry Oyasato) gets one as well when he receives a field commission. |
[[Image:M1-Carbine.jpg|thumb|none|350px|World War II Era M1 Carbine, with Dark Walnut Stock, 'L' peep sight and no bayonet lug - .30 Carbine - correct for most of WWII, shown with khaki sling and oiler and a period twin magazine pouch for buttstock]] | [[Image:M1-Carbine.jpg|thumb|none|350px|World War II Era M1 Carbine, with Dark Walnut Stock, 'L' peep sight and no bayonet lug - .30 Carbine - correct for most of WWII, shown with khaki sling and oiler and a period twin magazine pouch for buttstock]] | ||
[[Image:GfB_M1C_01.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Captain Solari's M1 Carbine can be seen leaning on the wall.]] | [[Image:GfB_M1C_01.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Captain Solari's M1 Carbine can be seen leaning on the wall.]] | ||
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==Browning M1919A4== | ==Browning M1919A4== | ||
− | A [[Browning M1919A4]] is seen next to a dead soldier. | + | A [[Browning M1919A4]] is seen next to a dead soldier. SFC Culley ([[Don Haggerty]]) tries to make use of it, but can't find any ammunition. |
[[Image:M1919A4Browning.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Browning M1919A4 on an M2 tripod - .30-06 Springfield]] | [[Image:M1919A4Browning.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Browning M1919A4 on an M2 tripod - .30-06 Springfield]] | ||
[[Image:GfB_M1919_01.jpg|thumb|none|500px|]] | [[Image:GfB_M1919_01.jpg|thumb|none|500px|]] | ||
− | [[Image:GfB_M1919_02.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Culley tries to get the M1919 working.]] | + | [[Image:GfB_M1919_02.jpg|thumb|none|500px|SFC Culley tries to get the M1919 working.]] |
==M2 Mortar== | ==M2 Mortar== | ||
− | Tommy ([[Henry Nakamura]]) is forced to use an [[M2 Mortar]] | + | Tommy ([[Henry Nakamura]]) is forced to use an [[M2 Mortar]] on his own when the crew is knocked out. |
[[Image:M2Mortar60mm.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M2 Mortar - 60mm]] | [[Image:M2Mortar60mm.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M2 Mortar - 60mm]] | ||
[[Image:GfB_M2M_01.jpg|thumb|none|500px|The mortar crew lays down some fire.]] | [[Image:GfB_M2M_01.jpg|thumb|none|500px|The mortar crew lays down some fire.]] | ||
[[Image:GfB_M2M_02.jpg|thumb|none|500px|After the crew is knocked out, Tommy has to detach the tube.]] | [[Image:GfB_M2M_02.jpg|thumb|none|500px|After the crew is knocked out, Tommy has to detach the tube.]] | ||
− | [[Image:GfB_M2M_03.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Using his dirt filled helmet as a baseplate, | + | [[Image:GfB_M2M_03.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Using his dirt filled helmet as a baseplate, Tommy operates the mortar on his own.]] |
==Mk 2 hand grenade== | ==Mk 2 hand grenade== | ||
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==MG42== | ==MG42== | ||
− | Germans are seen using [[MG42]]s. | + | Germans are seen using [[MG42]]s. SSG Ohhara captures one and forces the remaining Germans to surrender. |
[[Image:MG42.jpg|thumb|none|400px|MG42 Machine Gun - 7.92x57mm Mauser]] | [[Image:MG42.jpg|thumb|none|400px|MG42 Machine Gun - 7.92x57mm Mauser]] | ||
[[Image:GfB_MG42_01.jpg|thumb|none|500px|The Germans defend against the charging 442nd.]] | [[Image:GfB_MG42_01.jpg|thumb|none|500px|The Germans defend against the charging 442nd.]] |
Revision as of 18:46, 27 June 2012
Go for Broke! is a 1951 war movie written and directed by Robert Pirosh (Battleground) starring Van Johnson about the exploits of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, and to a lesser extend, the 100th Infantry Battalion, which were both composed of Japanese-Americans in World War II. The title refers to the motto of the 442nd, of which many of the actors were veterans of, with the notable exception of Henry Nakamura. The film was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Story and Screenplay, but lost to eventual Best Picture An American in Paris. MGM failed to extend its copyright after 28 years, so the film is now in the public domain.
The following guns were used in the film Go for Broke! (1951):
American Weapons
M1 Garand
Most of the American soldiers in the film carry M1 Garands.
M1 Carbine
M1 Carbines are issued to officers like 2LT Grayson (Van Johnson) and Captain Solari (Dan Riss). SSG Ohhara (Henry Oyasato) gets one as well when he receives a field commission.
Browning Automatic Rifle
Chick (George Miki) is issued a Browning Automatic Rifle.
Browning M1919A4
A Browning M1919A4 is seen next to a dead soldier. SFC Culley (Don Haggerty) tries to make use of it, but can't find any ammunition.
M2 Mortar
Tommy (Henry Nakamura) is forced to use an M2 Mortar on his own when the crew is knocked out.
Mk 2 hand grenade
Various soldiers are seen with Mk 2 hand grenades.
M1911
An MP (Ray Hyke) is seen with a holstered M1911-type pistol.
German Weapons
MP40
Some Germans are seen using MP40s.
MG42
Germans are seen using MG42s. SSG Ohhara captures one and forces the remaining Germans to surrender.
Gewehr 1898
One German soldier is seen with an antiquated Mauser Gewehr 1898.
Luger P08
Tommy (Henry Nakamura) takes a Luger P08 as a war trophy after he, Sam (Lane Nakano) and Masami (Harry Hamada) take out a German observation post.
Gewehr 43
A German soldier at the observation post uses a Gewehr 43.
Other
An American M24 Chaffee helps the 442nd clear the way to the Lost Battalion.