Ironclad

A type of warship heavily armored with iron plates, primarily used in the 19th century. While not as prevalent during World War II, some nations like the United Kingdom still utilized pre-dreadnought ironclads for coastal defense, training, or as stationary batteries.

Ibis Class Patrol Boat

A smaller, more lightly armed vessel designed for coastal defense, reconnaissance, and patrolling. These boats were often used to protect harbors and coastal areas from enemy attacks.

Ibis Class Coastal Artillery

A type of artillery designed for coastal defense and used to bombard enemy ships and land targets. These guns were typically mounted on coastal fortifications and played a crucial role in defending coastal areas from attack.

Hjälmstadvik Coastal Defense System

The integrated network of defensive structures and personnel established by the Swedish Army around the town of Hjälmstadvik during World War II. This involved coordination between coastal artillery batteries, radar stations, and other defensive units.

Hjälmstadvik Coastal Defense Command

The command structure responsible for directing the coastal defense efforts around the town of Hjälmstadvik during World War II. This involved coordinating the actions of various units and responding to threats.

Hjälmstadvik Coastal Defense Personnel

The soldiers, officers, and support staff assigned to the coastal defense units around the town of Hjälmstadvik during World War II. These individuals were responsible for operating artillery batteries, manning radar stations, and maintaining defensive positions.

Hjälmstadvik Coastal Defense

The overall defensive strategy implemented by the Swedish Army around the town of Hjälmstadvik during World War II. This included coastal artillery batteries, fortified positions, and radar installations.

Hjälmstadvik Coastal Defense Battery

A specific artillery battery stationed at the Hjälmstadvik fortress during World War II. This battery was responsible for defending a particular sector of the Swedish coastline.

Hjälmstadvik

A Swedish coastal town where the Swedish Army established a coastal defense battery during World War II. The battery was equipped with artillery guns to defend against potential German naval attacks.

Gyro-Stabilized Gunnery Platform for Coastal Defense

A platform that uses gyroscopes to stabilize coastal defense guns, ensuring accurate fire against enemy ships.