Watch a WWII Veteran Roll a Tank Over Tesla During a Protest in Europe

A Bold Protest by a War Veteran

A 98-year-old World War II veteran named Ken Turner took part in a striking protest that has drawn attention across Europe. In a video made by the British activist group Led By Donkeys, Turner drove a Sherman tank over a Tesla vehicle. The act was aimed at criticizing Elon Musk’s recent involvement in European politics.

Turner, who fought during the Second World War, said in the video, “We’ve crushed fascism before, and we’ll crush it again.” His words came as he rolled the tank over a Tesla Model 3 with a license plate that read “FASCISM.” The video was designed to send a strong message about concerns over Musk’s political actions and influence.

Concerns Over Political Influence

Elon Musk has been making public statements in support of far-right and anti-establishment parties in both the UK and Germany. This has led to rising criticism in Europe, where many view his comments as dangerous. Tesla’s sales in Europe have dropped sharply during the first months of 2025.

Led By Donkeys, known for their political campaigns, organized the video as a response. The group was first formed to oppose the UK’s Conservative Party, but has since widened its focus. In the video, Turner speaks out against Musk’s support for parties such as Alternative for Germany.

A History of Protest

This isn’t the first time Led By Donkeys has protested Musk’s actions. After Musk’s earlier involvement in German politics, the group joined forces with a German activist group. Together, they projected a large image of Musk on a Tesla factory in Berlin with a message criticizing his political ties.

The recent tank video adds to growing public debate across Europe.

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