Pathfinders - Leonardo da Vinci Tank
Leonardo da Vinci, the revered Italian polymath and artist, conceived an extraordinary machine known as the da Vinci Tank. Designed under the patronage of Ludovico Sforza in 1487, this armored vehicle was unlike anything seen before.
Leonardo’s tank featured a conical cover inspired by a turtle’s shell. The covering was to be crafted from wood and reinforced with metal plates. The tank’s drive train consisted of two large cranks operated internally by four strong men. Its exterior was equipped with an array of light cannons, strategically placed around the perimeter. The tank’s sheer size and weight would have hindered its mobility on rugged terrain. Rather than a practical military weapon, the da Vinci Tank was designed to intimidate adversaries. Its impressive appearance alone would have sent a powerful message. Imagine the awe it might have inspired on the battlefield!
Age: 8 years +
