Kangu Beach   Munitions Discoveries 2002

During 2002, in preparation for the construction of a new warph at Kangu Beach, southern Bougainville, a munitions search was preformed by MilSearch. Their search revealed evidence of a beach prepared for an Allied attack that never came. Photos via David Bridge.

140mm Gun Batteries and Small Arms Ammunition
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Two 140mm guns remain at Kangu. Hundreds of rounds were discovered on the beach. The guns will remain flanking the warph, as memorials.


Buried Depth Charges
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Dozens of buried depth charges, that were probably wired to be blow if Allied troops landed were found, and destroyed before construction could begin.

 

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