Browning Automatic Rifle

The Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR) is a lightweight, portable machine gun invented by John Browning in the early 20th century. It was used primarily by U.S. forces during World War I and World War II. Designed to be carried by individual soldiers, the BAR can fire multiple rounds rapidly, providing suppressive fire and boosting infantry combat effectiveness. It operates with a gas-powered system, feeding from a magazine, and is valued for its reliability, range, and firepower. The BAR significantly influenced the development of automatic weapons and remains a notable example of military firearm innovation.