Hello! Here is my first Eurobricks MOC post, It is a mortar barge, used during various conflicts by all sides during the 17th, and 18th centuries (possibly earlier and after) to defend ports and harbours. It could be towed by a larger ship, as it cannot move on its own, or it could be positioned and anchored for effective defence.
The ship consisted of a simple flat top barge, usually wooden, with a 36inch mortar, additional shot, powder, and other items necessary for its operation. It also had a crew (usually of about three) to operate it.
I have decided to recreate it, building off of the "Kraken Attacken" Lego set (What a strange name XD)
It is simple, but features some planks for support, with the mortar in the interior, and enough firepower to stop a large vessel, or siege a city!
Below are a few photos of the vessel, crew and mortar design!
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