MAS49-56 the French Battle Rifle of the 1950s and 1960s

regards the two refrenced books:
Proud Promise- a review: https://www.forgottenweapons.com/book-review-proud-promise-by-jean-huonIan's Book (currently available): Chassepot to FAMAS (Standard Edition), 3rd Printing
https://www.headstamppublishing.com/purchase/chassepot-3rd-standard