#M2 machine gun

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Green Lama #5 (May, 1945).  Cover by Mac Raboy.

The Green Lama was a character that originally appeared in the pulp magazine Double Detective in 1940.  He made 14 appearances in that magazine, while concurrently appearing in Prize Comics.  In 1943 he gained his own self-titled comic book, along with more superhero-type abilities and costume.  The book lasted for 8 issues, published by his creator and writer, Kendall Foster Crossen.

Despite some misinformation on the Interwebs, the Green Lama is NOT in the public domain.  Crossen kept the copyright to the character, which is maintained by his family.

By the way, I speak from personal experience when I say there’s no way that G.I. on the Green Lama’s back could possibly hold and fire a .50 cal machine gun as depicted.  Not unless he was superhuman as well (he’s NOT the Lieutenant Hercules listed on the cover).

First of all, holding the barrel while firing is a great way to lose your hand.  I’m not talking burn, I’m talking incineration.  Those barrels get hot real quick!  So much so that gunners are trained to only fire the weapon in 3 shot-bursts, lest the barrel overheat and melt.  I saw my share of barrels turn cherry red due to overzealous gunners.  Once that happens the barrel begins to warp and melt, which could lead to it blowing up in your face if you continue to fire.  That’s why gunners are assigned a spare barrel, which you’re supposed to switch out every so often so you don’t overheat/damage either barrel.

Second, those weapons are HEAVY.  The fully-assembled weapon, including the tripod, weighs over 120 pounds!  Add to that the massive kick you get from every banana-sized round fired, and you’d have to be Superman (or at least Housman) to hold it like the guy on the cover.

Or maybe I’m just making too much of a comic book cover.

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Turkish Heavy Machine Guns in Ukraine

Turkey has provided a huge range of military equipment to Ukraine, in this video we'll look at Turkish-made M2 heavy machine guns and an unusual rotary grenade launcher in service with the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

Check out the accompanying article here.

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The article from The Armory Life, written by Will Dabbs, MD, explores the historical significance and enduring legacy of the M2 .50-caliber machine gun, commonly known as "Ma Deuce." Originating in World War I, the gun was developed at the behest of American General John J. Pershing to counter German observation balloons and aircraft. Designed by John Moses Browning, with ammunition developed by Winchester, the M2 has been in service since 1921 and remains a staple in military arsenals worldwide. The weapon is praised for its robustness, versatility, and reliability, capable of being mounted on various platforms, including vehicles, ships, and aircraft. Though more than a century old, advancements like the M2A1 model have upgraded its features, ensuring the Browning-designed machine gun continues to be an integral part of military operations today.

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M2 50 cal Belt Fed vs Steel Body Plates

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Three Browning M2 .50 caliber machine guns in the left wing of an F4U-1 Corsair fighter, Aug 11, 1942

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Armorers carry six Browning AN-M2 .50-caliber machine guns and belts to a parked P-51 Mustang ➤➤ P-51 VIDEO: https://youtu.be/I7lnh6tb1HA

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Night-vision footage of a Ukrainian AAA team engaging a Russian attack drone with a pickup-mounted M2 Browning .50 heavy machine gun.

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An M15 CGMC from the 834th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion of the US Army protecting Yomitan Airfield, Okinawa, June 7th, 1945.

The M15 CGMC (Combination Gun Motor Carriage) was an anti-aircraft vehicle based on the M3 half-track platform, produced from 1942 to 1944 by the White Motor and Autocar companies. Unlike its counterparts, the M13 MGMC and M16 MGMC, the M15 had a 37mm M1 autocannon, giving the vehicle greater range for firing at aircraft. On either side of the 37mm gun were two 12.7mm M2 Browning machine guns. Similar to many Allied anti-aircraft platforms, their role never truly came about due to the Allies maintaining air superiority, especially in the last few years of the war, and as such often found a role as infantry support vehicles.

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North American P-51 Mustang

Powerplant: 1 x Packard V-1650-7 Merlin 12 cylinder liquid cooled engine, 1,490 hp (Built under license from Rolls Royce.)

Cruise speed: 362mph

Armament: 6 x .50 caliber AN/M2 Browning machine guns

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An SAS Jeep in the deserts of North Africa, 1943. These Jeeps were armed to the teeth, with this example being equipped with three Vickers K machine guns and an Browing .50 caliber. Note that the .50 cal is the AN/M2 variant, which was designed for aircraft use and had a much higher rate of fire. The SAS used these Jeeps for run and gun raids against enemy installations

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The article "Ma Deuce — The M2 .50-Caliber Machine Gun" by Will Dabbs, MD, published by The Armory Life, delves into the history and significance of the iconic M2 Browning .50-caliber machine gun, commonly known as "Ma Deuce." It highlights the weapon's origins, tracing back to American General John J. "Black Jack" Pershing's need during World War I for a machine gun capable of confronting German observation aircraft. Designed by John Moses Browning and further developed to address velocity shortcomings, the M2 became the longest-serving firearm in U.S. military history. Featuring a .50 BMG round, it offers significant firepower and versatility, finding use on tanks, ships, aircraft, and with ground forces. The article also discusses the M2's adaptations for aerial combat, its upgrade to the M2A1 model for improved performance, and its continued deployment across various military platforms, maintaining its status as a vital component of U.S. military firepower for over a century.

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YouTube Says No Full Auto - Here’s an M2 .50 Cal Heavy Machine Gun