Built by the Germans between 1941, this defense line constituted with its 170 men garrison an essential node at the Atlantic Wall. Located not far from Utah Beach, it was taken on June 9, 1944 at the start of the fighting. It is now a place of free access to memory.

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Dieter

May 19, 2025

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To be admired as a technical structure 😪However, it should also serve as a reminder and a warning. NEVER AGAIN WAR

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Willem VS

June 3, 2021

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Located further from the coast and less visible than that of Crisbecq, this battery was built a short distance from the village because of the possibility of disguising the casemates …

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Location: Azeville, Cherbourg, Manche, France

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Azzeville Battery

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Le Havre de Quinéville et la batterie d'Azzeville — boucle depuis la batterie Crisbecq

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Along the beach (Gravel) – 2nd Armored Division Monument loop from Quettehou

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