The Thompson Gun: From Gangland Weapon to Military Icon

The Thompson submachine gun, also known as the "Tommy Gun," is a historical firearm with an interesting and lengthy history. John T. Thompson created it in the early 1900s with the intention of using it for military purposes, but it quickly gained popularity among law enforcement and civilians, particularly during the Prohibition era. Thompson, with its distinctive shape and rapid-fire capabilities, became a symbol of American ingenuity and toughness. The Thompson machine gun was widely used by American organized crime and became synonymous with the infamous criminal organization known as the American Mafia. During Prohibition in the United States, it was also a popular weapon among bootleggers and other criminal elements like Bonnie&Clyde, John Dillinger, Bay Face Nelson and Murder In ...