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Old Gun Emplacement

Falkland Islands / South Georgia / Grytviken /
 Second World War 1939-1945, fortification, artillery, closed / former military

there is a 4.1 inch navy gun emplacement,that was placed here at the start of the First World War to protect Leith Harbour whaling station. The gun was decommissioned and all ordinance removed. the gun is still in place.
www.mclaren.gs/hansen_point.htm
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Coordinates:   54°8'46"S   36°41'2"W
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