Markings Pillbox S-3K78

The Mitrailleurkazemat S-3K78 is a historic defensive structure from the Second World War, located in the vicinity of The Hague. This casemate was part of the Atlantic Wall, an extensive defensive line built by Nazi Germany along the Western European coast to prevent an Allied invasion.
After the war, Mitrailleurkazemat S-3K78 was removed.

Characteristics of Mitrailleurkazemat S-3K78
Type: Machine gun casemate, designed to house one or more machine guns to defend strategic points.

Location: The exact location of S-3K78 is near The Hague, possibly in the dunes or near important infrastructure.

Construction: Built of reinforced concrete, with thick walls and a low profile to withstand shelling and be difficult to see for enemy troops.

Function: Serves as a defensive post to slow down or stop enemy troops, often placed at strategic points such as crossroads, bridges or coastlines.

Marking and Remembrance
Today, many of these casemates are marked or provided with information panels to inform passers-by about their historical significance. The marking of Mitrailleurkazemat S-3K78 serves as a reminder of the military history of the region and the events during the Second World War.

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Source

• Text: TracesOfWar + RJArmy.nl
• Photos: JanCK Fietser