I've been watching your channel since you first started, your content is gold. Keep up the good work.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@timetogodoug4 жыл бұрын
Thank you again for taking us along, have a great rest of your week!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thank you too Doug and stay safe.
@andersoncroydon52812 жыл бұрын
Very sad that this stuff wasn't preserved years ago. BUT it's great that you're there (and here) to share it with us. Thank you!!
@WW2HistoryHunter2 жыл бұрын
Appreciate you watching my friend.
@bryanbosch4 жыл бұрын
Another example of why your work is so important.History is vanishing quickly and it’s great that you are able to catch it before it’s gone for good.Love your introductions and always looking forward to the next adventure.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@skimmer87744 жыл бұрын
Thank you for showing pictures of the equipment used it definitely highlights what we are looking at. Also the view the soldiers had is so helpful. WOW.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Skimmer
@jezcollins17344 жыл бұрын
Awesome once again WW2HH and Eagle Eyes, what a find, thanks for taking us along. Those parts will be great on your dioramas.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
It will and they will be shared you know :) Thanks Jez and more to come soon.
@WiseOne69693 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed watching. Thanks for your hard work documenting WWII history for us.
@WW2HistoryHunter3 жыл бұрын
Thanks John and greetings from us.
@tedkreibich85844 жыл бұрын
Well I've been watching WW2HH channel for years now and you NEVER cease to surprise me and remind me that history is always around. Last video I stated must be hard to find artifacts in this time (probably cleaned out) and low and behold you show us a search light and generator left at the Atlantic wall position. I keep lurking until the end... Be Well, Be Safe and of course Be Careful... to all the family....
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Well Ted , sometimes there are pretty interesting stuff out there. 1 out of 100 perhaps :) Thanks and greetings from us.
@alfredsletten73804 жыл бұрын
As a person who loves machinery and equipment and has worked around it for most of their life, I have really enjoyed this video. I believe this is the second searchlight you have videoed. Although it is sad to see it in such disrepair,I am grateful to have been able to see it at all. I would enjoy an opportunity to examine that old engine up close. Thanks
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Yes Alfred , so great to see machinery like that and when you know the history at the place it makes it even better. SO glad we could share this with you and thanks for your kind support. Have a still great summer.
@sideshowbob15444 жыл бұрын
Wow, you're the first one I know that ever found a 75 year old Searchlight in the wild! It was really interesting seeing that gearbox and the track it slides on. Details I never got to see before.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
I have never seen anyone do that before so you could be right. Thanks Bob
@brianblaisdell21784 жыл бұрын
Just wanted to say thank you for all the hard work you and your family do to provide us with a but of insight of how the past looked, keep up the good work!!!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that and thanks my friend.
@beverleymacdonald13524 жыл бұрын
Amazing searchlight find. We could enjoy seeing all the components! Tragic but fascinating.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
yes that was such a unexpected find and loved sharing it with you. Thanks Beverley.
@jefferygrady31814 жыл бұрын
Incredible what you found! There is history everywhere there! It gets more meaningful when you describe and tell about the things that you find! Thanks again for your time and Discovery!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Jeffery and greetings from us.
@bobdudy71774 жыл бұрын
Glad to see your still discovering and showing the Cool Stuff.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Great to be out there and love to share with you. Thanks Bob
@milesdesanto45484 жыл бұрын
Hey I found this kinda late but I love what you do man
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Appreciated miles and greetings from us.
@wendylauder6694 Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much guys.👍👍👍💜💜💜
@WW2HistoryHunter Жыл бұрын
Amazed by your great support Wendy and thank you for that :)
@IratePuffin4 жыл бұрын
Imagine how loud that old generator was!! Great finds! Thanks for sharing this with the rest of us.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it and appreciate it my friend.
@sharonmiller81324 жыл бұрын
I'm amazed to have seen this treasure, thank you for sharing. It's nice that you are making dioramas with bits of your finds, that's a good idea as there are many people out there who enjoy collecting bits of history. Keep up the great work I really enjoy your videos.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@steveclark42914 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the adventure and seeing some amazing stuff ! Take care , stay safe and healthy wherever you maybe going next ! Doing well here in Kansas !
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Appreciated Steve and our greetings goes to you in Kansas.
@cynthiaswearingen10374 жыл бұрын
You are right, these should have been preserved. Very sad that they were allowed to deteriorate. But I'm very grateful you were able to show them to us! Hope you and the family are well!😊💖
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
I agree with you Cynthia and glad we could share the images with you :) Have a still great summertime and greetings from us.
@marcsilliman87894 жыл бұрын
I cannot tell you what a joy it is to wake up to a new video I think you are +9 or 10 hours ahead of me. I’m in The desert of Scottsdale Arizona, USA and to quote you a massive thank you for what you and your family do.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
That is awesome and thanks Marc
@gregggoss22104 жыл бұрын
Wow, what a shame that piece is rusting away. You and your son are blessed to have found it. Thanks for sharing.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly
@allenhigginbotham37404 жыл бұрын
I agree with you, that is sad, by the looks of the equipment it was probably destroyed by the allies after war. Thanks for another amazing video, keep up the good work and stay safe.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Great location and glad to have shared it with you Allen. Greetings from us.
@Dave_Cooks24 жыл бұрын
Sweet little find of history there. it really should have been in a museum. I really enjoyed the video!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it ad thanks.
@CanadairCL444 жыл бұрын
You may not realise it, but you are doing something very important. You are recording history that would otherwise die without a trace. A big round of applause for all your hard work is called for, I think!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
i agree and i call it our walking museum that everyone can see all over the world. Thanks
@brianmcdonald50092 жыл бұрын
It is bad to see the searchlight rusting away if I was with you and Eagle Eyes I can get a truck and bring it to your house and clean it up. And when it's all cleaned up I'm going to put it back in the truck and drive to the museum to be put on display.
@joebrown13824 жыл бұрын
I agree it should have been saved to a museum. Nice find Eagle Eye.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joe and greetings from us.
@EdenValleyAdventuresUK4 жыл бұрын
That was a fantastic find, good one great video.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@anthonyneumeister27604 жыл бұрын
We all share your excitement! Thanks to you and your son for another’s great adventure!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@williamchurchyard15384 жыл бұрын
Hi from Australia I've been interested in war history for many years now and I have been watching your video's for a while now and every time i watch another video it get more me even more interested.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Great to read and thanks for watching
@williamchurchyard15384 жыл бұрын
@@WW2HistoryHunter I am sorry I can't become a patron as my wife has a medical condition and on a pension but you do inspire me with your videos especially with yours children involved, it's great to see.
@stratocaster1greg4 жыл бұрын
Thanks guys you are awesome!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@divarachelenvy4 жыл бұрын
what a great find even though it has decayed so much... keep up the great work and thanks for acknowledging the harshness of the time..
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, will do and greetings from us.
@ElementalMassage2 жыл бұрын
Wow, a whole engine! How unique and special!
@WW2HistoryHunter2 жыл бұрын
yes such a great place and thanks my friend.
@keithwhisman4 жыл бұрын
The shot of the channel made me think of the movie The Longest Day, the music as the defending Germans saw the invasion fleet of thousands of ships.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
yes , looks like that indeed. Thanks
@garagegrump_66274 жыл бұрын
Love your videos and how you involve your children in the hunt for ww2 artifacts and tell the story of the war
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for comment and for watching my friend.
@johngriffiths69344 жыл бұрын
Another great find my friend great work you and your son are doing great work
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the visit
@november2264 жыл бұрын
Love your videos. Always finding cool WW2 items and places
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Great location and great finds. Thanks
@ronchabale4 жыл бұрын
Most german engines during ww2 were petrol engines, they did experiment with diesel but due to low revs of diesel engines back then they were only used in larger appliances like ships
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for feedback and for watching.
@ronchabale4 жыл бұрын
@@WW2HistoryHunter Great finds and interesting series!
@jakobgrimminger4 жыл бұрын
The Company logo on the part at 14:21 is for Siemens. Nice finds
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Yes it is and they have been around for quite some time :) Thanks.
@ronnieisaacs69604 жыл бұрын
You're outstanding and I thank you for the video. I love history. It's a shame that most of it goes overlooked or worse destroyed. Appreciate you! Stay safe!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it and greetings from us.
@ericmcquiston94734 жыл бұрын
It's not in very good condition, but you found what's left and that's worth the trip ! Keep up the good work.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, will do and more to come soon
@brinley45cal4 жыл бұрын
Nice find my friend thanks for sharing.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@13starsinax4 жыл бұрын
Very glad to see your video, it always makes the day better. Very cool position, and very sad the condition of the search light. Great job.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Lee and have a still great summer.
@13starsinax4 жыл бұрын
@@WW2HistoryHunter same to yours!
@iksexplorationsfollower25884 жыл бұрын
Great day, amazing finds. Thank you.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@witpae4 жыл бұрын
Another great upload!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks again!
@EminenceFrontX54 жыл бұрын
That search light was amazing!!!!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
It is kind of special laying out there yes. Thanks for comment and for watching.
@DuainSmith-ph2xl Жыл бұрын
Awesome history thank you 😊
@WW2HistoryHunter Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@denzilmayle51394 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot you do great videos keep them up have a nice day
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, you too!
@stephengostelow79252 жыл бұрын
Absolutely fascinating ... just think was it so badly destroyed at the wars end it wasn't worth saving ? That scale with all the numbers on .. what a souvenir! Thankyou again for sharing !!
@WW2HistoryHunter2 жыл бұрын
Great experience being there and thanks Stephen.
@bmoreben33404 жыл бұрын
A rusting relic Frozen in Time history telling a story to this very day thanks for bringing it to us
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it and glad we could share this with you. Thanks
@BLOWN8CYLINDER4 жыл бұрын
I couldn't tell what make the engine was, or if it were petrol or diesel but I could see that it had 8 cylinders.... I imagine it sounded quite sweet when running. Excellent video, as always!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@anthonyroberts77182 жыл бұрын
Seeing these pieces of history just rusting away is sad and they should have been in a museum. But we must also remember that the people in the area that were under German rule wanted to forget about the war and all the reminders of it. Very few soldiers wanted to talk about what they did or saw during the war. Those that did would brake down and cry as the memories came back. So thankful you and Eagle Eyes were able to find these lost pieces of history and show them to us.
@WW2HistoryHunter2 жыл бұрын
yes tough times it was then. Thanks Anthony :)
@three-phase5624 жыл бұрын
At 12:50 that looks like the internals of an electrical switch operated by the lever on the outside that you could see at 12:30 just before you flipped it over. There were probably some contacts mounted on that bakelite board that are now missing. Intriguing find - at least you got the opportunity to document it.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
yes i think it was a master switch of some sort. Thanks for comment and for watching.
@SeaCatFl4 жыл бұрын
Another great video. As a amateur Historian I enjoy your Videos and wish more people watched them as they do document the end of the Reach. One Question, have you ever done any exploring in the Ardennes? That would be impressive. (I spent Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and the day after Christmas in a Tent just outside of Bastogne in 1985. Spookiest camping trip I have ever done.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
We do work all over Europe. Thanks for watching.
@TheIainCollier4 жыл бұрын
It is so sad to see so much history rusting away....but Thank you for what you do bringing it to us . Oh.....and no spiders...😎
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@jamesbarisitz47944 жыл бұрын
Strange all the scrap wasn't collected for the rebuild after the war. Cool site. Thanks for the trip. 👍
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
i agree and how it survived for so long. Thanks James
@joegunn79564 жыл бұрын
Wow what amazing find thanks for sharing what a piece of history I think it's awesome to see 👊👌
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Joe and thanks
@hussianbentiba76594 жыл бұрын
Great video my mate
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the visit
@captainharlock11794 жыл бұрын
Really enjoy your videos.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them and thanks.
@caseyjones01132 жыл бұрын
Beautiful location. Really sad that search light and generator were just left there to rust away. You think they would have at least salvaged the generator to re-use. Totally agree with you, the search light should have been saved and put in a museum, a long, long time ago. Is the location so isolated and difficult to get to? That's the only reason I can think of, as to why they were left to rust away... Anywho, Keep up the excellent work, guys 🙏😁
@WW2HistoryHunter2 жыл бұрын
The location is not that hard to get to but in a way out there enough for ost people to ignore it. Should have saved that thing many years ago if you ask me. Thanks Casey :)
@marystotts19394 жыл бұрын
This was truly a wonderful site.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
It totally is Mary and so glad you enjoyed it. Greetings from us and keep smiling :)
@lingerslongest4 жыл бұрын
I share your pain ... and joy of seeing it still there !
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
So glad you liked it and thanks.
@laserlight00774 жыл бұрын
Hello HH and EE!!! Greetings from Florida!!!! Thank You!!!!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Hello there and greetings from us.
@stephaniepettys4222 Жыл бұрын
Amazing, another searchlight. More complete than the other, but sadder since it looks as if it could have been saved. Curious that it was just left.😢
@WW2HistoryHunter Жыл бұрын
Yes what a great place to explore. Thanks my friend.
@PARRISHMELLOTT4 жыл бұрын
the piece at 13:00 looks like a fuel tank? amazing video thanks my friend!!!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thant could be it yes. Thanks my friend for comment and for watching.
@CarbiesChronicles4 жыл бұрын
what an excellent find...
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Great location and great find. Thanks
@RichardFulton-y2kАй бұрын
Amazing the things you find i really wanr thank you for your hard work thankd for sharing
@WW2HistoryHunterАй бұрын
Appreciate you my friend :)
@thomasday86563 жыл бұрын
I have to agree with you on not just the Search Light but a lot of different things that could have been saved! Just think about the man power to build it and deploy it and to keep it maintained!
@WW2HistoryHunter3 жыл бұрын
Awesome place it is and thanks Thomas.
@adrianjames44474 жыл бұрын
Yes so sad, I'd imagine that it could have probably been saved if it had been preserved or covered in the 70s or 80s. You could just imagine that restored and encased in a perspex box in its original position, how amazing would that have been. I am really surprised that someone didn't even spray it once a year with some sort of rust inhibitor to atleast slow down the process of its deterioration. So glad you came across this for many people to see before it's gone forever, excellent bit of ww2 archeology from you once again 🙂
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
I agree Adrian , to bad it wasnt picked up before. Thanks
@northernskys4 жыл бұрын
So very sad to see that 150cm searchlight and its generator just rusting away like that. I agree they could have been saved so many years ago. I guess, maybe they were battle damaged and just thought of as scrap, like so many things after the war, stripped of anything useful and just left to nature. Those big aluminium rounded boxes, with all the gears, are the upright arms that supported the light. Truly such a shame, much too late for restoration now. But, thank you both, HH and Eagle Eye, for finding them, and sharing this with us. Everything you do, and the challenges you face to bring us these videos, is very much appreciated. Cheers, and stay safe!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
These things are really rare out there and so glad we could share them with you.
@MrHyde-wv8wi4 жыл бұрын
Big Thumbs Up already... Now I will watch your video...
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy and thanks.
@steviebaby28574 жыл бұрын
Loving the vids mate
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Appreciated Steve
@philipmcdonagh10944 жыл бұрын
I MIGHT OF SAID IT BEFORE BUT YOU CANT FAULT OR CRITICIZE GERMAN ENGINEERING. GREAT VIDEO AS USUAL THANKS
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Appreciate you watching.
@CanadairCL444 жыл бұрын
It's amazing that so many devices we use in everyday civillian life have their roots in military equipment. "Swords into ploughshares" I guess, but it's a shame we had to have the swords in the first place.
@joshradar4 жыл бұрын
Another great video!! More awesome Eagle eyes find's, great job!! I agree with you on the filling of the positions so people don't fall in, it's a good thought but they should just build a fence and/or warning sign's, also on why the searchlight and generator were not preserved and in a museum, who know's. Safe travel's, take care see you guy's in the next video!!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
i agree , the units should have been taken care of before. Thanks Joshua and more to come soon.
@yindyamarra4 жыл бұрын
What you find and explain it brilliant
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks my friend.
@biggerbehindthetrigger28144 жыл бұрын
Hey there that was really cool. I like the 6 cylinder motor for powering that huge light. I bet I could get it running but it would cost a Fortune. Everything would have to be custom made unless the motor was used in other things then there might be parts laying around. Well another great video. Sorry I haven't been around to leave comment. I wasn't telling anyone but I have been having issues with my kidneys. The last 3 weeks the doctors have been looking for cancer in my kidneys. I just got the all clear on the cancer but something's up. I can't really walk because of the pain. I still push myself. I have list 35 lbs in the last month. So that's good. I hope you and your kids are doing well. Pretty soon I will have a museum in my loading room. You have sent me the most wonderful dioramas. They look good hanging up on the wall. Well Happy History Hunting.
@68air4 жыл бұрын
Careful he may accept that challenge to get that going. Sending you all the positive vibes I can muster!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
MY friend , it makes me sad to know that you have these problems. Please let us know if there is something we can do for you. Health is something that always kicks us up and down again but i have learned one special thing from you and that is to SMILE back at life and create great stamina and power from that. We wish you all the very best and stay in there my friend.
@anarchyfox3254 жыл бұрын
Great to see you upload another video stay safe good friend
@biggerbehindthetrigger28144 жыл бұрын
@@WW2HistoryHunter thank you. I'm going to beat this whatever it is. I'm just happy that it's not cancer. I will be up at it soon. Happy History Hunting.
@joshradar4 жыл бұрын
Good to hear from you!! I will pray for you for quick healing!! Going to jump over to your channel and catch up on some video's!! Take care, have a good one!!
@davidhiatt53844 жыл бұрын
Sometimes it is important to show history in the context of place and time. Modern War in Europe rarely leaves remains in sutu (left and forgotten in place) I find this to be more interesting than a shiny museum example for it shows not just history but the passing of time. Thank you and Eagle eye for allowing us to join in your adventures. Stay safe my friend.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Appreciate you commenting and watching.
@robertshemory35414 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to seeing more history 👍👍👍👍.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
You and me both and cant wait tos hare more soon. Keep smiling Robert :)
@meganhoward88204 жыл бұрын
That was cute you go from excited to mourning to tiny bit of anger to disappointment then back to excited in the matter of 10 min. Lol
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Well it is what it is and i am what i am :)
@shaunlaverick57934 жыл бұрын
Great little video
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
You are so kind
@OutdoorAbenteuer4 жыл бұрын
Great found ❤️🌳❤️
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍 Greetings to Johanna from us.
@OutdoorAbenteuer4 жыл бұрын
WW2HistoryHunter Best wishes to you from Germany ❤️🌳❤️
@torac844 жыл бұрын
Incredible finds and what a shame its been left to rot . That engine looks like it could be a maybach . Thanks for sharing. 👍
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and greetings from us.
@moviestarmemories6304 жыл бұрын
LOL, I could sit there for a whole day pulling neat stuff off of that.My background is in mayan archaeology, but I'd have a big old fieldday in Europe with that lying around.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching.
@dongletreehenley97444 жыл бұрын
Hey nice vid guys...yes as you said very sad it's been left to just wash away with time...
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching.
@mileshigh13214 жыл бұрын
So well built, that probably even 30 yrs ago that search light would have still been in pretty good shape! Too bad not more of the lens was not there too. Nice find!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
i agree but we did find some smaller pieces of it. Thanks Miles and stay safe.
@dougscott81614 жыл бұрын
Hi, WW2 History Hunter and Eagle Eyes, it looks like that searchlight had received a direct hit or very nearly so from an Allied bomb and was not deemed to be worthy of picking up, even for scrap. Besides, now it helps to show just how desparate conditions had gotten toward the end of the War. Thanks for sharing, God Bless and stay safe.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for comment and for watching Doug
@moviestarmemories6304 жыл бұрын
And you are right, that makes me sad also.Just tossed away.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
yes not good at all but at least i could share it with you all :)
@ronaldgreen51194 жыл бұрын
What a great location. That engine could be restored and made to run again. Something to think about.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Would have been great to see happen. Thanks Ronald
@colintitterington1444 жыл бұрын
To be honest the Generator was the coolest part👍, Keep up the amazing finds and the Holy Madonna's😉👍👍👍
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! You too!
@anatol16894 жыл бұрын
We found in Poland mortar position with 20 mortar granades and in pretty good position mortar!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching.
@williseiner73734 жыл бұрын
Class ! An amazing find !!!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
@markperrie90904 жыл бұрын
Love your videos
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mark
@markperrie90904 жыл бұрын
@@WW2HistoryHunter what's up next. really enjoyed the magnet fishing, and the underwater searches
@doobydoo884 жыл бұрын
The handle could be for the shutters they have one the front, they use them for mores code an other things, amazing video again, look it the bright side it was left for you to find 👍
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info and greetings from us.
@paulorchard79603 жыл бұрын
My guess would be that demolition charges were used to destroy it when it was abandoned! Must be a very remote position, I see a lot of value there as scrap that would have been pilfered decades ago if access was easy!
@WW2HistoryHunter3 жыл бұрын
That could be it actually. Never though about that. Thanks Paul.
@bethlawson98784 жыл бұрын
Could the generator and searchlight have been hit in a strafing run? It looks like both of them have been on fire. Maybe that is why they were left behind.
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
i have been wondering that myself and it could yes. Thanks
@bethlawson98784 жыл бұрын
@@WW2HistoryHunter, thanks for answering me! I love binge watching your stuff. Stay safe!
@jasonmickey16134 жыл бұрын
If there was a spotlight, was there any flak positions nearby? If location is near a coastline, would this be part of coast security? Do you think these (spotlight and generator) were damaged by air or ground (sea) attack? You're right about so many large parts being left like that without potential preservation. Thanks for another great find!!
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
yes FLAK and guns were there. Thanks for comment and for watching.
@jasonmickey16134 жыл бұрын
@@WW2HistoryHunter thank you for the answer. You have such a great place for your hobby. And well put together videos. Thanks again!
@davehud28314 жыл бұрын
Would have been nice to save it but seeing it in its original placement is really interesting and haunting
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
i agree and thanks for watching.
@terencehayes41814 жыл бұрын
Great video
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it my friend and greetings from us.
@jeremyweston65204 жыл бұрын
Beautiful view. To me it's possible that the search light might have been blown up by either an artillery shell or a grenade
@WW2HistoryHunter4 жыл бұрын
It could have indeed. Thanks Jeremy
@anthonyroberts77182 жыл бұрын
With all the walking you do you should be in pretty good shape. Seeing the searchlight just rotting away is sad. Am sure after the war people didn’t realize how much history was just left to rot. It’s like toys you had as a kid and threw them away and now they are worth a lot of money. Looking at the parts of the searchlight a lot of engineering went into building them. It’s a shame what salt water will do to metal. Even though it was destroyed you actually got to find and see one. Same with the engine. Your touching history. Great finds Eagle Eyes.
@WW2HistoryHunter2 жыл бұрын
yes loved to see that there and so glad it is still there. Thanks Anthony.
@ColinHarperSummerson4 жыл бұрын
Totally agree, how very sad that search light and engine were just wasted, left to rot away, it's very strange, even if couldn't or wouldn't preserve history, people very often, would want to repurpose after the war or in general, but what a disgrace and waste!🤬 , thank you for sharing with us, many thanks 👍🙂