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German Naval Museum Wilhelmshaven

In the Navy Museum the great history of the naval town of Wilhelmshaven can be seen. The collection focuses on the history (1869) as a port for the German Navy, First and Second World War and Bundesmarine. As for WW2 artifacts there is a Seehund, a two-man submarine, a barrel of the Kreuzer Köln, a ship bell of Kreuzer Admiral Scheer, Tirpitz battleship armor plates and many smaller objects. From the museum is also a cruise tour, which is advisable.

For current visiting hours, please visit the website of the museum.

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Source

  • Text: Maurice Laarman
  • Photos: Maurice Laarman (1, 2, 3, 4), Koos Winkelman (5, 6, 7)

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