Which weapon, capable of firing 600 rounds per minute, gave European armies a decisive edge over traditional African and Asian forces?
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Correct answer: The Maxim Gun
The Maxim gun was the first recoil-operated machine gun and became a symbol of the 'New Imperialism' era. It allowed small European detachments to devastate much larger groups of opponents who lacked similar modern weaponry.
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