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[[Image:HotelRawandaDVDcover.jpg|thumb|right|300px|''Hotel Rwanda (2004)'']] | [[Image:HotelRawandaDVDcover.jpg|thumb|right|300px|''Hotel Rwanda (2004)'']] | ||
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=Handguns= | =Handguns= | ||
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==Beretta 92== | ==Beretta 92== | ||
− | A [[Beretta 92 pistol series|Beretta 92]] pistol makes several appearances in the film in the hands of many characters. This particular Beretta is the first model produced (and the sole reason why someone should never list a Beretta as a "Beretta 92" when they can't tell if it is an F or FS.) and it is somewhat strange to see it so actively used during this event (which only takes place in 1994.) The first of these users is a Rwandan Army commander who draws his sidearm and orders Paul Rusesabagina ([[Don Cheadle]]) to execute his friends for being "Tutsi Cockroaches", but he manages to bribe the commander into letting them go. One of the UN soldiers under Colonel Oliver's ([[Nick Nolte]]) command also is seen armed with a Beretta 92. Another random Rwandan officer is seen waking up Paul somewhat unpleasantly with the barrel of his 92. The last of these users is General Bizimungu ([[Fana Mokoena]]), who fires his 92 into the air as he orders his men to rush back to the hotel to stop the | + | A [[Beretta 92 pistol series|Beretta 92]] pistol makes several appearances in the film in the hands of many characters. This particular Beretta is the first model produced (and the sole reason why someone should never list a Beretta as a "Beretta 92" when they can't tell if it is an F or FS.) and it is somewhat strange to see it so actively used during this event (which only takes place in 1994.) The first of these users is a Rwandan Army commander who draws his sidearm and orders Paul Rusesabagina ([[Don Cheadle]]) to execute his friends for being "Tutsi Cockroaches", but he manages to bribe the commander into letting them go. One of the UN soldiers under Colonel Oliver's ([[Nick Nolte]]) command also is seen armed with a Beretta 92. Another random Rwandan officer is seen waking up Paul somewhat unpleasantly with the barrel of his 92. The last of these users is General Bizimungu ([[Fana Mokoena]]), who fires his 92 into the air as he orders his men to rush back to the hotel to stop the Rwandan attackers. |
[[Image:Beretta92oldest.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Beretta 92, the first Beretta model produced, noted by rounded trigger guard, butt located magazine release, and frame mounted safety (pre-decocking safety) - 9mm.]] | [[Image:Beretta92oldest.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Beretta 92, the first Beretta model produced, noted by rounded trigger guard, butt located magazine release, and frame mounted safety (pre-decocking safety) - 9mm.]] | ||
[[Image:HRBeretta92-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The Rwandan commander orders Paul to execute his friends with his Beretta 92. He declines, claiming he doesn't use guns to which the commander responds by firing his gun into the air to show Paul how "easy" it is.]] | [[Image:HRBeretta92-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The Rwandan commander orders Paul to execute his friends with his Beretta 92. He declines, claiming he doesn't use guns to which the commander responds by firing his gun into the air to show Paul how "easy" it is.]] | ||
[[Image:HRBeretta92-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The commander holds his Beretta 92 to Paul's head.]] | [[Image:HRBeretta92-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The commander holds his Beretta 92 to Paul's head.]] | ||
− | [[Image:HRBeretta92-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px| | + | [[Image:HRBeretta92-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Rwandan Captain ([[Simo Mogwaza]]) holding his Beretta 92 to Paul.]] |
[[Image:HRBeretta92-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A UN soldier with his Beretta 92 at the ready.]] | [[Image:HRBeretta92-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A UN soldier with his Beretta 92 at the ready.]] | ||
[[Image:HRBeretta92-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Rwandan officer wakes up Paul by sticking the muzzle of his Beretta 92 in his face.]] | [[Image:HRBeretta92-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Rwandan officer wakes up Paul by sticking the muzzle of his Beretta 92 in his face.]] | ||
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==Beretta 92FS== | ==Beretta 92FS== | ||
− | While the Beretta 92 is the most prominently | + | While the Beretta 92 is the most prominently used Beretta, a [[Beretta 92 pistol series|Beretta 92FS]] is seen used by an Interahamwe trying to arrest Paul when the soldiers invade the hotel. Its strange form makes it look like a flashpaper or airsoft replica. |
[[Image:BerettaM92FS.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Beretta 92FS - 9mm.]] | [[Image:BerettaM92FS.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Beretta 92FS - 9mm.]] | ||
[[Image:HRBeretta92FS-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An Interahamwe sticks his Beretta 92FS in Paul's face.]] | [[Image:HRBeretta92FS-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An Interahamwe sticks his Beretta 92FS in Paul's face.]] | ||
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==Lee-Enfield No. 1 SMLE Mk. III== | ==Lee-Enfield No. 1 SMLE Mk. III== | ||
An Interahamwe militiaman is seen with a [[Short Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE)|Lee-Enfield No. 1 SMLE Mk. III]]. | An Interahamwe militiaman is seen with a [[Short Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE)|Lee-Enfield No. 1 SMLE Mk. III]]. | ||
− | [[ | + | [[File:SMLE.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Lee-Enfield No. 1 SMLE Mk. III - .303.]] |
[[Image:HREnfieldSMLEMkIII.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Rwandan rebel with a Lee-Enfield SMLE Mk. III.]] | [[Image:HREnfieldSMLEMkIII.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Rwandan rebel with a Lee-Enfield SMLE Mk. III.]] | ||
− | ==Berthier Mle | + | ==Berthier Mle 1916 Carbine== |
− | An Interahamwe militiaman is seen with a [[Berthier Rifles|Berthier Mle | + | An Interahamwe militiaman is seen with a [[Berthier Rifles#Fusil Modèle 1916 Carabine|Berthier Mle 1916]] carbine. |
− | [[Image: | + | [[Image:Bert-c92 70.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Berthier Model 1916 Carabine]] |
− | [[Image:HRFusil.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Rwandan rebel with a Berthier Mle | + | [[Image:HRFusil.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Rwandan rebel with a Berthier Mle 1916.]] |
− | [[Image:HRsingleshotgun-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Rwandan militiaman with a Berthier | + | [[Image:HRsingleshotgun-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Rwandan militiaman with a Berthier Mle 1916 on the right.]] |
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=Automatic Rifles= | =Automatic Rifles= | ||
==AK Variants== | ==AK Variants== | ||
− | The [[AK-47|AK variants]] are the most common weapons of the Rwandan soldiers and the Rwandan Army, and come in many different models including Egyptian Maadi AKMs (modified with Russian parts kits) | + | The [[AK-47|AK variants]] are the most common weapons of the Rwandan soldiers and the Rwandan Army, and come in many different models including Egyptian Maadi AKMs (modified with Russian parts kits), Polish dark-wood kBks, and Norinco Type 56s. |
[[Image:AKMS.jpg|thumb|none|400px|AKMS - 7.62x39mm.]] | [[Image:AKMS.jpg|thumb|none|400px|AKMS - 7.62x39mm.]] | ||
[[Image:HRAK-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Both these Rwandan soldiers are armed with AKMS variants when they pull a man out of his house in the night and beat him in the street.]] | [[Image:HRAK-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Both these Rwandan soldiers are armed with AKMS variants when they pull a man out of his house in the night and beat him in the street.]] | ||
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[[Image:HRAK-13.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Tutsi Rebel fires his Norinco Type 56 at the Interahamwe as the refugees try to leave the country.]] | [[Image:HRAK-13.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Tutsi Rebel fires his Norinco Type 56 at the Interahamwe as the refugees try to leave the country.]] | ||
[[Image:HRAK-14.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Tutsi Rebels with AKMs. The guy to the left has an Egyptian Maadi, the rest have Polish kBk AKMs.]] | [[Image:HRAK-14.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Tutsi Rebels with AKMs. The guy to the left has an Egyptian Maadi, the rest have Polish kBk AKMs.]] | ||
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− | == | + | ==South African R4== |
− | Rwandan Army soldiers carry [[ | + | Rwandan Army soldiers carry [[Vektor R4|Vektor R4 ]] assault rifles. This is historically accurate as R4 rifles (South African made versions of the Galil ARM) were imported for use with the Rwandan National Army in 1992. Some of the Kalashnikovs in the film are actually Converted R4 rifles, as indicated by the Galil magazines and machined receivers. |
− | [[Image: | + | [[Image:VektorR4.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Vektor R4 - 5.56x45mm NATO.]] |
[[Image:HRGalil-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Rwandan Army soldier armed with a R5 carbine, a license produced version of the Galil SAR made by Armscor of South Africa.]] | [[Image:HRGalil-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Rwandan Army soldier armed with a R5 carbine, a license produced version of the Galil SAR made by Armscor of South Africa.]] | ||
[[Image:HRGalil-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A soldier armed with an IMI Galil, fitted with a rifle grenade.]] | [[Image:HRGalil-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A soldier armed with an IMI Galil, fitted with a rifle grenade.]] | ||
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[[Image:HRGalil-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A soldier fires his Galil into the air to hold back the Interahamwe.]] | [[Image:HRGalil-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A soldier fires his Galil into the air to hold back the Interahamwe.]] | ||
[[Image:HRUnknown-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The Rebel in the middle has a R4, the South African version of the Galil.]] | [[Image:HRUnknown-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The Rebel in the middle has a R4, the South African version of the Galil.]] | ||
+ | [[Image:HRAK223-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Rwandan soldier approaches Paul's house with a converted South African R4 in hand, indicated by the Galil magazine.]] | ||
+ | [[Image:HRAK223-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Rwandan soldier guards the hotel entrance with his AK carbine. This particular model looks like an R4 Rifle that was converted to resemble a Krinkov.]] | ||
+ | [[Image:HRAK223-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A guard in Gen. Bizimungu's officer armed with the same Krinkov type converted R4.]] | ||
+ | [[Image:HRAK223-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A soldier in Gen. Bizimungu's jeep armed with a R4 conversion.]] | ||
+ | [[Image:HRAK223-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An Interahamwe armed with a R4 conversion.]] | ||
==FAMAS F1== | ==FAMAS F1== | ||
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[[Image:HRFAMAS-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The two French soldiers to the left have FAMAS rifles.]] | [[Image:HRFAMAS-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The two French soldiers to the left have FAMAS rifles.]] | ||
[[Image:HRFAMAS-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A French soldier walks with Paul with his FAMAS in hand.]] | [[Image:HRFAMAS-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A French soldier walks with Paul with his FAMAS in hand.]] | ||
− | [[Image:HRFAMAS-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A French soldier tries to hold back the refugees with his FAMAS in hand. Note that this FAMAS is clearly a rubber dummy version; the poor molding is plainly evident, especially by the lack of a rear sight on the carry handle.]] | + | [[Image:HRFAMAS-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A French soldier tries to hold back the refugees with his FAMAS in hand. Note that this FAMAS is clearly a rubber dummy version; the poor molding is plainly evident, especially by the lack of a rear sight on the carry handle. Also note that despite holding what's essentially a piece of rubber, the soldier is still showing excellent trigger discipline.]] |
==FN FAL== | ==FN FAL== | ||
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[[Image:Fal para-1-.jpg|thumb|none|400px|FN FAL Paratrooper 50.63 - 7.62x51mm NATO.]] | [[Image:Fal para-1-.jpg|thumb|none|400px|FN FAL Paratrooper 50.63 - 7.62x51mm NATO.]] | ||
− | [[Image:HRFNFAL-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Belgians | + | [[Image:HRFNFAL-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Belgians soldier holds a para FN FAL.]] |
− | [[Image:HRFNFAL-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Belgians | + | [[Image:HRFNFAL-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Belgians soldier with an FN FAL. The other soldier has the Sniper Rifle]] |
− | [[Image:HRFNFAL-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Belgians | + | [[Image:HRFNFAL-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Belgians soldier with an FN FAL.]] |
==Heckler & Koch G3A3 (South African configuration)== | ==Heckler & Koch G3A3 (South African configuration)== | ||
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==FN MAG-58== | ==FN MAG-58== | ||
− | [[FN MAG|FN MAG-58]]s are seen mounted on vehicles of both the Rwandan Army and the | + | [[FN MAG|FN MAG-58]]s are seen mounted on vehicles of both the Rwandan Army and the Belgian intervention force. One Rwandan soldier is seen carrying one as his primary support weapon. |
[[Image:FN MAG.jpg|thumb|none|400px|FN MAG-58 - 7.62x51mm NATO.]] | [[Image:FN MAG.jpg|thumb|none|400px|FN MAG-58 - 7.62x51mm NATO.]] | ||
[[Image:HRFNMAG58-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Rwandan Army soldier mans an FN MAG 58 on top of their jeep.]] | [[Image:HRFNMAG58-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Rwandan Army soldier mans an FN MAG 58 on top of their jeep.]] | ||
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[[Image:HRH&KMG3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Rheinmetall MG3 is mounted on a French jeep.]] | [[Image:HRH&KMG3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Rheinmetall MG3 is mounted on a French jeep.]] | ||
− | ==Browning M1919A4 | + | ==Browning M1919A4== |
− | [[ | + | [[Browning M1919A4]] machine guns are seen on some Belgian jeeps, and some rebel jeeps as well. |
− | [[ | + | [[File:M1919A4 pintle.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Browning M1919A4 on a pedestal mount - .30-06.]] |
[[Image:HRM1919A4-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Browning M1919A4 is seen on a Belgian jeep.]] | [[Image:HRM1919A4-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Browning M1919A4 is seen on a Belgian jeep.]] | ||
[[Image:HRM1919A4-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An M1919A4 is seen on a Interahamwe technical.]] | [[Image:HRM1919A4-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An M1919A4 is seen on a Interahamwe technical.]] | ||
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[[Category:Movie]] | [[Category:Movie]] | ||
[[Category:Drama]] | [[Category:Drama]] | ||
+ | [[Category:South African Produced/Filmed]] |
Revision as of 16:39, 14 February 2015
The following weapons were used in the film Hotel Rwanda:
Handguns
Beretta 92
A Beretta 92 pistol makes several appearances in the film in the hands of many characters. This particular Beretta is the first model produced (and the sole reason why someone should never list a Beretta as a "Beretta 92" when they can't tell if it is an F or FS.) and it is somewhat strange to see it so actively used during this event (which only takes place in 1994.) The first of these users is a Rwandan Army commander who draws his sidearm and orders Paul Rusesabagina (Don Cheadle) to execute his friends for being "Tutsi Cockroaches", but he manages to bribe the commander into letting them go. One of the UN soldiers under Colonel Oliver's (Nick Nolte) command also is seen armed with a Beretta 92. Another random Rwandan officer is seen waking up Paul somewhat unpleasantly with the barrel of his 92. The last of these users is General Bizimungu (Fana Mokoena), who fires his 92 into the air as he orders his men to rush back to the hotel to stop the Rwandan attackers.
Beretta 92FS
While the Beretta 92 is the most prominently used Beretta, a Beretta 92FS is seen used by an Interahamwe trying to arrest Paul when the soldiers invade the hotel. Its strange form makes it look like a flashpaper or airsoft replica.
Browning Hi-Power
Colonel Oliver (Nick Nolte), commander of the U.N forces, is seen using a Browning Hi-Power as his sidearm throughout the film.
Webley Mk. VI
An Interahamwe militiaman shoots out the tires of the U.N truck trying to transport refugees with a Webley Mk. VI revolver, and then shoots down one of the Rwandan Army soldiers.
Shotguns
Remington 870
An Interahamwe militiaman is seen with a Remington 870 shotgun, although it is hard to determine at such a distance.
Double Barreled Shotgun
An unknown 12 Gauge Double Barreled Shotgun with exposed hammers is seen in the hands of one of the Interahamwe militiamen.
Single Barrel Shotgun
One of the Interahamwe militiamen is seen armed with a Single Barrel Shotgun Made by Baikal of Russia.
Submachine Guns
Uzi Carbine
A Belgian General is seen armed with an Uzi Carbine. This weapon is a civilian gun though and would not have been issued to actual Belgian troops, so it is an inaccuracy.
Rifles
Lee-Enfield No. 1 SMLE Mk. III
An Interahamwe militiaman is seen with a Lee-Enfield No. 1 SMLE Mk. III.
Berthier Mle 1916 Carbine
An Interahamwe militiaman is seen with a Berthier Mle 1916 carbine.
Automatic Rifles
AK Variants
The AK variants are the most common weapons of the Rwandan soldiers and the Rwandan Army, and come in many different models including Egyptian Maadi AKMs (modified with Russian parts kits), Polish dark-wood kBks, and Norinco Type 56s.
South African R4
Rwandan Army soldiers carry Vektor R4 assault rifles. This is historically accurate as R4 rifles (South African made versions of the Galil ARM) were imported for use with the Rwandan National Army in 1992. Some of the Kalashnikovs in the film are actually Converted R4 rifles, as indicated by the Galil magazines and machined receivers.
FAMAS F1
The French soldiers of the European Intervention Force that arrive to evacuate foreign expatriates are armed with FAMAS F1 rifles.
FN FAL
Belgian soldiers are largely seen using FN FAL Paratrooper rifles with folding stocks. In reality, Belgian troops were armed with FN FNC rifles.
Heckler & Koch G3A3 (South African configuration)
Both Rwandan Soldiers and the U.N Soldiers under Colonel Oliver's command are armed with South African-configuration Heckler & Koch G3A3 rifles.
Machine Guns
FN MAG-58
FN MAG-58s are seen mounted on vehicles of both the Rwandan Army and the Belgian intervention force. One Rwandan soldier is seen carrying one as his primary support weapon.
Rheinmetall MG3
An MG3 is seen mounted on a French jeep, probably as a stand-in for the AA-52 machine gun that was standard issue for French forces in 1994.
Browning M1919A4
Browning M1919A4 machine guns are seen on some Belgian jeeps, and some rebel jeeps as well.
Browning M2HB
Browning M2HB machine guns are seen mounted on French jeeps and are used by the Rwandan Army soldiers to take shots at the rebel soldiers as they try to shoot the refugees crossing the border.
Other
M26 "Lemon" hand grenade
An M26 hand grenade is attached the Rwandan Army Commander's uniform, and is seen on another army officer's belt.
Mk. 2 hand grenade
A Mk. 2 hand grenade is seen on the officer's belt.
RPG-7
During the night, Interahamwe militiamen are seen firing an RPG, likely an RPG-7 at the hotel. Luckily for the refugees inside, only a storage room is destroyed.