Fjords and the Kriegsmarine
The German Kriegsmarine, the navy of Nazi Germany, utilized fjords in Norway as submarine bases and for training operations. The deep inlets provided protection from Allied air and naval attacks, allowing the Kriegsmarine to operate effectively against Allied shipping in the North Atlantic.
Fjords and the German Naval Blockade
Fjords played a role in the German naval blockade of Norway during World War II. The deep inlets provided safe havens for German ships, allowing them to evade Allied attacks and maintain their blockade of Norwegian ports. The blockade aimed to disrupt Allied shipping and supply lines.