Gun Barrel with Firing Mechanism on the Mole Coast near Zeebrugge

German Gun Emplacement Used in the Zeebrugge Raid

This detailed photograph shows the gun barrel, firing mechanism and mounting bolts used by German servicemen in the 1918 Zeebrugge Raid. The Mole coast off Zeebrugge can be seen in the background.

Detailed View of the Firing Mechanism

This close up photograph shows in greater detail the workings of the gun.

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