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The rifle which took a shot on Donald Trump The AR-15 rifle is one of the most well-known and controversial firearms in the world. This semi-automatic rifle, originally designed for military use, has become a symbol in the debate over gun control in the United States. Understanding the AR-15 requires a look at its history, design, and the reasons behind its popularity. Historical Background of AR-15 Rifle The AR-15 was developed in the late 1950s by Eugene Stoner, a talented firearms designer working for ArmaLite Corporation. The "AR" in AR-15 stands for "ArmaLite Rifle," not "assault rifle" as is commonly misconstrued. The original AR-15 design was a lightweight, gas-operated, air-cooled, magazine-fed rifle with a rotating bolt and straight-line recoil design, which was revolutionary for its time. In 1959, ArmaLite sold the design to Colt's Manufacturing Company due to financial difficulties. Colt modified the rifle and marketed it to the U.S. militar...