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Armored History: 10 Most Important Tanks of WWII

British Matilda The Brtish Matilda was a well-armored vehicle, but it had a few considerable downsides. Firstly, the 40mm gun was inadequate in comparison to those of the German tanks.

Take a Look at Some Odd Armored Vehicles From World War I

Austin Armored Car Country of Origin: United Kingdom The Austin Armored Car was British, however, it's most famous for being used by the Russian Army during the First World War, as well as by different forces in the Russian Civil War. 8.

Trump's Inauguration Will Mark the Launch of a New Beast

The inauguration of a new President of the United States is often coupled with the launch of a new armored car to protect the commander-in-chief from any would-be threats to his life, and the upcoming inauguration of Donald Trump is no exception.

These Relics of History Are Both Art and War.

A combat helmet or battle helmet is a type of personal armor designed specifically to protect the head during combat. From thousands of years ago, when men were still fighting with bronze weapons, the armored helmet was one of the most important items of war.

Pangolin: If an Anteater and an Artichoke Had a Child

Superficially speaking, pangolins resemble anteaters, with their long snouts and tongues, or maybe sloths, with their long and imposing claws, or possibly even armadillos, with their plated armor.

Tanks, Trains, and Other Unique Vehicles from World War I

London and North Western Railway armored train Image source: Wikimedia Commons To protect its shores from invasion during the First World War, the UK government ordered the construction of an armored train based somewhere on the East Coast.

The Fighting Elite: 10 Modern and Dangerous Tanks!

AMX-56 Leclerc Made in: France Main armament: 120mm L52 smooth bore autoloader Top speed: 72km/h (45mp/h) Cost: $12.9 million The Leclerc sports a crew of 3, without the need for a loader, as well as modular composite armor.

Discover the Most Impressive Russian Tanks in History

There are so many tanks and armored vehicles on display that there isn't enough room for them all in the museum itself!

These War Machines Were Truly One-of-a-Kind

This compact yet powerful weapon could penetrate armor up to 3 and 15/16 inches (100mm) thick. This adaptation fused mobility with firepower and provided paratroopers with a swift and effective means to confront enemy tanks.

15 Incredible Handmade Leather Creations

Whether it's a pin cushion shaped like a puffer fish or artfully crafted armor, these handmade leather creations demonstrate just how much talent exists in our world. Related: These People Turned Wood into Wonderful Works of Art 1.

The Works of Durer, Art History’s Greatest Draftsman

Rumors of a behemoth armored unicorn spread all across the continent. Those who were lucky enough to see it made rough sketches which served to ignite the imaginations of artists all over. Dürer was one such artist who made a print of the beast, relying only on those sketches he saw.

The Most Fascinating Archaeological Finds in Recent Years

A Roman horse armor from the third century AD, made up of approximately 2000 bronze scales 10. Treasure from the wreck of the pirate ship Theydah Gally, which sank off the coast of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, in April 1717 11. A massive floor mosaic from Ostia Antica's Bath of the Seven Wise Men.

This Incredible Tank Collection Displays Epic Machinery

It features armor plating that is 6 inches (15 cm) thick and a gun that fired shells 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter. 4) VW Schwimmwagen Amphibious Vehicle source The tank seen here is an American-made amphibious vehicle built by GMC during World War II.

These Rare and Riveting Pics Reveal Some Captivating Facts

A close up look of the intricate craftsmanship on the ‘Hercules’ armor of the Emperor Maximilian II of Austria. The armor was made in 1555 and is now on display at the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna. Related Post: These Relics of History Are Both Art and War 15. 

A Real Look into the Lives of the Last Samurai

The samurai armor was called yoroi , made from small individual scales called kozane . The armor was usually made from iron or leather and was bound together. Samurai were of Japan's well-educated class, with nearly full literacy among the male samurai population.

They Have Some Beautiful Items at the Metropolitan Museum...

Burgonet helmet – 1543, Milam- Italy This metalwork masterpiece was made by Filippo Negroli, whose embossed armor was praised by sixteenth-century writers as “miraculous” and deserving “immortal merit.”