Aircraft machine guns by G. H. Davis
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Aircraft machine guns by G. H. Davis
The principal weapon in air fighting during the Second World War: aircraft machine guns. American, British, French, German and Italian machine guns, capable of firing 1000-1200 rounds per minute. The American long-barrel type 37mm shell gun, and the Hispano-Suiza moteur-canon.
1940
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph by G.H. Davis captures the raw power and intensity of aircraft machine guns during the second world war. Machine guns were the principal weapon in aerial combat during this global conflict, with nations including the United States, Great Britain, France, Germany, and Italy all investing heavily in their development. The American long-barrel type 37mm shell gun, depicted in the foreground, was a formidable piece of artillery. Capable of firing 1200 rounds per minute, it delivered a devastating punch with each shell. The Hispano-Suiza moteur-canon, a French-designed machine gun mounted directly onto the engine of an aircraft, is also shown. Its 1000 rounds per minute firing rate made it a favorite among pilots, particularly in the early years of the war. The machine guns in this image represent the cutting edge of military technology at the time. Their ability to deliver a high volume of firepower quickly and accurately made them essential tools in the air battles that raged above the battlefields of Europe, Africa, and Asia. The Second World War saw the evolution of aircraft design and armament, with machine guns becoming increasingly sophisticated and effective. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the pivotal role they played in the conflict and the enduring impact they had on the course of military history.
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