The Vietnam War was a pivotal time for battlefield technology. Helicopters entered the scene as an indispensable asset for assault, medevac, and fire support, while infantry weapons leapt ahead of World War II and Korea. American small arms from this era gained legendary status, and would come to influence weapons systems for years to come. … The Vietnam-Era Machine Gun Still Serving on the Front Lines
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The Vietnam-Era Machine Gun Still Serving on the Front Lines
