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A popular example of a classic assault rifle is the Soviet [[AK-47]].  

A popular example of a classic assault rifle is the Soviet [[AK-47]].  

Civilian versions are frequently semi-automatic, requiring one trigger pull for each shot.  These are not properly "assault rifles", as they are not fully automatic.  To discourage this misrepresentative term (often used to demonize legitimate firearms in the biased media), the usage of the term [[Homeland Defense Rifle]] has become common.<ref>[http://livingwithstyle.com/1869922117-don-t-call-black-rifles.html Don't Call Black Rifles Assault Weapons] Living With Style. May 2007.</ref>

Civilian versions are frequently semi-automatic, requiring one trigger pull for each shot.  These are not properly "assault rifles", as they are not fully automatic.  To discourage this misrepresentative term (often used to demonize legitimate firearms in the biased media), the usage of the term [[Homeland Defense Rifle]] has become common.<ref>[http://livingwithstyle.com/1869922117-don-t-call-black-rifles.html Don't Call Black Rifles Assault Weapons] Living With Style. May 2007.</ref> Civilian versions are commonly targeted by firearms restictions.

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