It’s less about the schools than the fact there’s no functioning family that gives a d**n about those kids’ futures. Kids do well in school when supported by parents and family.
It was the ultimate battle rifle of its time - not so much so after 1945. The US was the only country during WW2 that issued its GIs with semiautomatic rifles.
Edit: Redleg beat me to it. I had typed my response before reading his. 🫢
An excellent read:
https://www.amazon.com/Shots-Fired-Anger-Riflemans-Guadalcanal/dp/093599842X
While it’s pretty well known, my Remmie 1100 shotgun might qualify. It’s an old, reliable every-man gun that’s exceptionally versatile and performs at or above others many times more expensive.
That’s easy for you to say at this time of year when it’s cool down your way! 😊
Here in Kansas and Missouri on the topside of the equator, it’s mid nineties with humidity to match.😱 Hard to think about such things! 🤪