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Churchill Barriers

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A961, Orkney KW17 2RZ, United KingdomMap
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  • JeanYHZ
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    Fascinating story!

    We were totally fascinated by the story and history of these causeways linking the islands. First built in the early 1940’s mostly by Italian prisoners of war, the work took several years to complete....

    Reviewed on Nov 15, 2023
  • empathology
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    Important wartime history

    Essential viewing for wartime history, especially when seen with the scuttled ships (which formed the earlier barriers to Scapa Flow). Best seen at low tide so that more of the ships are visible.

    Reviewed on Aug 27, 2023
  • Patric D
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    Something and nothing

    Well they in interesting in their historical context, but they are not the most impressive of sights. So when you've seen one, you've seen them all!

    Reviewed on Aug 25, 2023
  • TWal1
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    Very Clever Mr Churchill

    Using POWs to build these barriers was a master stroke by the British PM at the time. This saved lives. Today the barriers form part of the causeways for the road network on Orkney. These barriers are...

    Reviewed on Nov 6, 2022
  • jonahag_jones
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    Scenic

    Provides a scenic view over Scapa Flow but also the sight of so many wrecked ships is very evocative

    Reviewed on Jul 5, 2022

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