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Originally Posted by CharlieC
It certainly could be a stroboscopic cupola although I haven't seen mention of it in the documents I've seen. The Trubia design occurred in the early/mid 1920s when stroboscopic cupolas attracted some interest. If anyone knows for sure please contact me so I can update the article on stroboscopic cupolas on Landships II.
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You are right Charlie, it is a stroboscopic (panoramic) viewer; the upper part contained the electric engine that allowed for rotation, and the slotted lower part enabled for 360º view while affording protection against bullets and splinters.
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Pablo