Videos tagged with Assistant Gunner

This guide, informed by combat experience in Afghanistan and Iraq, challenges outdated military doctrine regarding machine gunner ammunition loadouts. It emphasizes the critical need for machine gunners to carry more than a 50-100 round starter belt, especially given the realities of initial contact and the potential delay in Assistant Gunner (AG) resupply. The advice comes from an authoritative speaker with high expertise, referencing specific combat zones and training locations.

This guide details the operation and deployment of the AN-M2 machine gun, drawing from expert insights. It covers loading, the unique butterfly trigger, and aiming with aircraft sights. The video emphasizes the importance of an assistant gunner for sustained fire during speed drills and notes the weapon's ambidextrous feeding capabilities. Instruction is provided by a high-level enthusiast with deep historical knowledge.

This guide details the operation of the Hotchkiss M1914 machine gun, focusing on its unique metal feed strip system and the crucial role of an assistant gunner. The video highlights the historical context of its adoption during WWI and its characteristics as a heavy, artillery-like weapon. Experts from Iraqveteran8888 and C&Rsenal provide insights into its mechanical operation and historical significance.