Did World War 1 have automatic weapons?

Yes, World War I saw the use of automatic weapons, although they were not as advanced or widespread as in later conflicts. The most notable examples include the Maxim machine gun, which was used extensively by both sides and significantly influenced trench warfare. Additionally, early forms of automatic rifles and submachine guns, such as the Browning Automatic Rifle and the MP18, were introduced toward the war's end, marking a shift in infantry tactics.