‘M19’Fortress Mortar Bunker
with Tunnel System, La Corbière.
The following Bunker Site is open to the
public at various times. Please see the Opening Times page for
details.
Situated to the right of the road leading
to the lighthouse; look for the signs. This bunker is of great
importance as it housed a rare type of fortress mortar.
Owing to the complexity and cost involved,
very few of these mortars were ever made, and the bunker is the
only example of its type in Jersey. The mortar was removed
shortly after the Occupation, whilst its armoured cupola was
cut up during the scrap-drive of the early 1950s. However, the
bunker has been restored as fully as possible to its original
condition, and displays and exhibits provide ample guidance for
the workings of this unique weapon. Another interesting and
unusual feature is the tunnel which links the bunker to a
neighbouring fortification.
Bus Route and Facilities: Bus Route
12 - alight at terminus and walk down
the hill; toilets opposite terminus; free parking
nearby.
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