The Uzi is an Israeli-made submachine gun that was designed by Major Uziel Gal in the late 1940s. It has become one of the most popular and widely used submachine guns in the world, with its compact size, high rate of fire, and low recoil making it a favorite among military and law enforcement personnel. The Uzi has been used by the Israeli Defense Forces since its introduction in 1954 and is still in use today.