The venerable M2 and M240 machine guns have proven themselves in numerous conflicts, from D-Day to Afghanistan, earning legendary status. But what makes these weapons so powerful and special? Via Military Mechanics | Interesting Engineering

The M2 machine gun, also known as the Browning. 50 caliber, is a powerful heavy weapon used against infantry, light armored vehicles, aircraft, watercraft, and fortifications in combat. | Military Mechanics

Every shot, every shell - THIS is Army lethality! #BeAllYouCanBe Meet the M2 .50 caliber machine gun (Ma Deuce if you're feeling informal) - an iconic Army weapon with unmatched stopping power. Have you ever fired the .50 cal? Let us know below! | U.S. Army