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The bunkers of the borderline-defences along the Canals of Limburg (1934-1940)

The bunkers of the borderline-defences along the Canals of Limburg (1934-1940)
Author: Janssen, Erik

Language: Dutch

De book describes the bunkers that were part of the borderline-defences of Belgium, built between 1934 and 1940.


Description

In the Interbellum, Belgium tried to defend itself against invasion by building extensive fortifications.  In the province of Limburg, hundreds of concrete bunkers were built along the canals (Verbindingskanaal, Zuid-Willemsvaart & Kanaal Bocholt-Herentals). These bunkers were armed with machineguns and antitank guns.

This book tells the reader in great detail the history of these bunkers. Why were they built? How? When? How were the defences organised? What kind of weapons were used? What was built & what is left?

All these questions - and MANY more! - will be answered when reading this book. The book is lavishly illustrated with HUNDREDS of photos, floorplans, drawings and maps, explaning the architectural details and technical characteristics. The book is written in Dutch.

Original title De Bunkers van de Grensstelling langs de Limburgse Kanalen (1934-1940)
Author Janssen, Erik
Languages Dutch
Subject CF - Modern fortifications - 20th century
Period 20th Century
Location Belgium
Categories Photobooks, Textual books, Drawings, Plans and maps

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