US M2 Mortar

The M2 sixty-millimeter mortar served American infantry early in the war. Lightweight design allowed easy movement. High-explosive rounds provided immediate fire support. Range was limited compared to heavier mortars. Reliability was acceptable. Crews used mortars to suppress enemy positions. Later replaced by improved models. The M2 mortar demonstrated the growing importance of organic indirect fire within infantry units during World War Two ground combat.

Видео US M2 Mortar канала WarLog