Louis Schmeisser

Louis Schmeisser
Born Louis Schmeisser
(1848-02-05)February 5, 1848
Zöllnitz, Thuringia
Died March 23, 1917(1917-03-23) (aged 69)
Suhl, Germany
Occupation Inventor
Children Hans Schmeisser, Hugo Schmeisser

Louis Schmeisser (5 February 1848, Zöllnitz 23 March 1917) was one of the best-known weapon technical designers of Europe. He is associated with the development and production of the Bergmann machine guns used during the First World War. Additionally, he designed the Dreyse 1907 Pistol which saw use in both World Wars.

Schmeisser was born in Zöllnitz, Thuringia. He was the father of Hugo Schmeisser (18841953), who was also a famous designer of infantry weapons, including the StG 44. His other son, Hans Schmeisser, was also a well-known weapons designer.

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