Boom Defence, Grand Harbour, Valletta, Malta
During WW2, the Grand harbour in Valletta was home to the Mediterranean Fleet and as Malta was constantly being attacked, the warships were prime candidates. Borrowing upon methods of defence used for many centuries, a series of thick metal chains were strung across the entrance. These could be raised for defence to stop submarines getting in or lowered to allow friendly ships to pass!
Just one part of the interesting walls surrounding Valletta.
Boom Defence, Grand Harbour, Valletta, Malta
During WW2, the Grand harbour in Valletta was home to the Mediterranean Fleet and as Malta was constantly being attacked, the warships were prime candidates. Borrowing upon methods of defence used for many centuries, a series of thick metal chains were strung across the entrance. These could be raised for defence to stop submarines getting in or lowered to allow friendly ships to pass!
Just one part of the interesting walls surrounding Valletta.