War Factories (2019)

Episode Overview

This episode explores the groundbreaking creation of the machine gun, a revolutionary weapon that transformed warfare. Invented by American engineer Hiram Maxim in Britain, the Maxim Gun was the first fully automatic machine gun. However, its hefty weight of 136 pounds posed significant challenges. The British firm Vickers recognized its potential, acquiring Maxim's company and further refining the design. As a result, the machine gun became a pivotal instrument on battlefields worldwide, forever altering military strategies and tactics.