Hiram Maxim

Hiram Maxim was an American-born inventor best known for creating the first practical machine gun, called the Maxim gun, in the late 19th century. This firearm used a motor-powered mechanism to automatically load and fire bullets, making it highly effective and influential in military history. Beyond weapons, Maxim also invented other devices, including a hair-curling iron and a type of electromagnetic detector. His innovations significantly advanced firearm technology, shaping modern automatic weapons, and his inventive spirit contributed to various fields of engineering and industrial design.