Boltman, can you tell me exactly why the Canadians made the switch from the Ross to the SMLE early in The Great War? Was it really due to poor performance in the field or was it to bring the Canadians in line, so to speak, with their Commonwealth compatriots- for logistical/political reasons? Did any Canadians go to France armed with .280's (aside from snipers) or were they carrying .303's?
Also, was the Ross chambered only in .280 and .303, or did the company offer other calibers as well? (Speaking in terms of commercial sporting rifles offered by the Ross Rifle Co.- offerings by other builders using their actions excepted.)
Finally, did any countries other than Canada purchase Ross military rifles- for testing or outright issuance?
