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Why U.S. Marines Started Using “Outdated” WWI Guns — And Ended Every Banzai Charge in Seconds

When Japanese forces launched devastating banzai charges through the dense Pacific jungles, U.S. Marines discovered that their standard M1 Garands were too cumbersome for the brutal close-quarters combat that defined island warfare. Turning to WWI-era 12-gauge trench shotguns, Marines found these "outdated" weapons could unleash devastating buckshot at ranges under 50 yards, with slam-fire capability allowing them to pump out multiple rounds in seconds. These pump-action shotguns became so effective at stopping enemy charges and infiltration tactics that they transformed close combat from a Japanese advantage into an American one, earning a fearsome reputation throughout the Pacific Theater. Subscribe for more untold stories of WW2! Disclaimer: This video is a dramatized retelling of World War II stories, created for educational reflection and entertainment purposes. Elements of the narrative have been artistically interpreted, and creative tools, including AI, were used to enhance the storytelling experience.