Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘machine gun’ cannon discovered by archeologists
13th June 2011
Archeologists in Croatia have identified what they believe is the world’s only triple-barrel cannon inspired by the inventions of Leonardo da Vinci.
The bronze cannon, from the late 15th century, bears a striking resemblance to sketches drawn by the Renaissance inventor, notably in his Codex Atlanticus – the largest collection of his drawings and writing.