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Key Points and Summary: The M16’s early use in Vietnam was a disaster. Troops faced frequent jams, lack of cleaning supplies, and faulty ammunition—failures...
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Key Points and Summary: The M16’s early use in Vietnam was a disaster. Troops faced frequent jams, lack of cleaning supplies, and faulty ammunition—failures...
Key Points: The M16A2 rifle, developed with Marine Corps input, was a reliable and accurate platform but fell short as a combat rifle. -Designed...
Aahh, the dear ol’ M16 rifle, AKA “The Mattel” AKA “The Black Rifle” AKA “Black Plastic Fantastic.” Easily the most controversial firearm ever issued...
The M16A2 wasn’t a horrible rifle, but we should be clear, it did have its share of problems. A former U.S. Marine explains why...