Skans 179, WW II defensive mound. The "skans" was the first large defensive structure that was built in the years 1940-45 to give protection against a

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Skans 179, WW II defensive mound. The "skans" was the first large defensive structure that was built in the years 1940-45 to give protection against a possible German attack from Norway.

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Size: 6047px × 3562px
Photo credit: © Utterström Photography / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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