Springfield rifle Model 1903/Definition

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A definition or brief description of Springfield rifle Model 1903.

Principal U.S. infantry rifle of [{First World War]], bolt-operated from internal magazine or experimental Pedersen device; chambered for .30-06 cartridge (often 173 grain vice 154 grain of M1 Garand; high reputation for accuracy; selected "Star Gauge" versions into WWII and beyond as sniper rifles or for competitive shooting