Hjälmvik Submarine Squadron
A squadron of Swedish submarines stationed at the naval base in Hjälmvik during World War II. The squadron played a role in defending Swedish waters and conducting reconnaissance missions.
Hjälmare Lake Naval Training
The naval training exercises conducted by the Swedish Navy on Hjälmare Lake during World War II. The exercises focused on developing naval tactics, ship handling, and crew proficiency.
Hjortholm Naval Base
A Danish naval base on the island of Hjortholm, occupied by German forces during World War II. The base served as a hub for German naval operations in the Baltic Sea.
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.
Hjälmvik Submarine Depot
The support facilities established at the Hjälmvik naval base to maintain and repair Swedish submarines during World War II. This included workshops, storage areas, and personnel dedicated to submarine maintenance.
Hjälmstadvik Radar Station
A radar station established near the town of Hjälmstadvik by the Swedish Army during World War II to detect potential air and sea threats. This played a role in the early warning system for coastal defenses.
Hjälmaren
A large lake in central Sweden, where the Swedish Navy conducted naval exercises during World War II. The lake’s size and environment provided a suitable location for testing naval tactics and maneuvers.
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.
Hjälmvik
A Swedish coastal town where the Swedish Navy established a submarine base during World War II. The base served as a safe haven for Swedish submarines, providing protection from potential German attacks.
Hjort Tank
A Swedish-designed medium tank, the Strv m/41 Hjort, was produced during World War II. It was armed with a 57 mm gun and had a crew of four. The Hjort was intended as a replacement for the older Landsverk L-180 tank, but its production was limited due to resources. It saw only limited service during […]