4. Browning M2 Machine Gun
Nicknamed ‘Ma Deuce,’ the Browning M2 .50 caliber machine gun has served since the 1930s and remains a fixture on modern battlefields. Its heavy firepower, range, and versatility ensure its continued use on vehicles, aircraft, and ships. The M2’s enduring design and lethality have earned it legendary status. See Smithsonian National Museum of American History.



