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Observation Bunker (Former East German Border Troops)

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Observation Bunker (Former East German Border Troops)

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Observation Bunker (Former East German Border Troops)

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    Location: Geisa, Wartburgkreis, Thuringia, Germany

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    3. Point Alpha Memorial – Single-person bunker loop from Borsch

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    October 3, 2023

    Small bunker with loopholes

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      April 1, 2024

      A protective structure of the former GDR border troops.

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        May 21, 2024

        Somewhat hidden on the hillside.

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          May 22, 2024

          From such bunkers, the area around the border installations to the east was controlled.

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            August 5, 2024

            Well-preserved reconnaissance bunker that makes you think

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              January 31, 2025

              ... very interesting

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                October 30, 2025

                On the way to Point Alpha.

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                  Location: Geisa, Wartburgkreis, Thuringia, Germany

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