Wn 39 strongpoint – Atlantic wall in Normandy

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German strongpoints in Normandy: Wn 39

Atlantic wall

The Wn 39 strongpoint, located north of Saint-Côme-de-Fresné, consists of two flanking casemates type H612 whose opening for shooting is oriented towards the east. They help protect the eastern flank of the seaside resort of Arromanches-les-Bains.

Composition of the Wn 39 strongpoint:

  • 2x 7,5 cm (FK 38) gun

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