Tirpitz Coastal Gun Battery - Denmark

Unbuilt proposal.

The Tirpitz position near Blåvand in occupied Denmark was intended to protect approaches to Esbjerg with very heavy coastal artillery. Construction began late in the Second World War, but the battery was unfinished when Germany surrendered. Its gun bunkers therefore represent an incomplete Atlantic Wall installation, rather than a coastal battery that fought with its intended main armament. The project belonged to Germany’s broader effort to defend occupied coasts against Allied naval attack and invasion. Intended heavy guns were to be installed within massive protected positions, linked to observation and ammunition facilities. Construction remains are evidence of the scale of that undertaking, but do not demonstrate that the planned battery became fully armed and operational.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1936, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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