While there were many critics of the tank's design Bob Semple vehemently defended the vehicle despite it never being put into use. Photo: Pratt, J
This is the third episode of our six part series looking at some lesser known events and personalities in New Zealand's history
Presenting the series for us is Thomas Rillstone who creator and host of the award winning History of Aotearoa New Zealand Podcast.
Today Thomas looks at Bob Semple, the man behind what is frequently referred to as one of the worst combat tanks ever made.
If you're interested in learning more about Bob Semple - Thomas covers his legacy in depth on his own podcast which can be found at http://www.historyaotearoa.com
