Wn. Perleberg

Overview

Perleberg was a substantial resistance nest established along the Rue du Catraoic, and was actually a 2cm Flak installation manned by 8./262 as well as regular 319 ID. Two anti-tank guns were positioned here to protect Perelle, a 4.7cm Pak K36(t) inside a Vf casemate facing south-east from the car-park (now covered), and a 5cm KwK L/60 installed in a type L414a, a very rare bunkertype only built once more on the island at Flak Batterie Gabelsberg. As well as the L414a, two Wa. Prüf 514 personnel bunkers were constructed (one with a 2cm Flak position built atop). There was also a variety of Vf works and a watchtower.

The L414a was recently made the news following a planning permission request by the owner to convert it into a dwelling. Because of its rarity and historical significance, local preservation groups made a plea for retroactive historical listing which was granted, and the planning permission rejected. Unfortunately, the owner caused damage to the bunker prior to this by removing a portion of the lower embrasure. They requested that the interior photos of the bunker be removed from this site, and for it to be made clear that the L414a is on private property and not publicly accessible.

Purpose

Defense of Perelle Bay against landings by utilizing anti-tank weaponry, and engaging aircraft with Flak. Lookouts on duty day and night, and are to serve as A/A sentries at the A/A MG. Defense of the position to the last man, and work with neighboring positions at Reichenberg, Felskuppe and Langenberg.