10 Staggering Photos Of An Abandoned WWII Bunker Hiding In New Jersey
There are abandoned places all over New Jersey, some of which are truly fascinating. For prime exploring, many head to the Pine Barrens. The woods are filled with remnants of former milling and mining towns, several of which are hidden and others which are well-preserved attractions (like Batsto Village). However, you can find abandoned barns up in Sussex County, abandoned factories in Essex County, and abandoned bunkers in Cape May County…formerly vibrant buildings become nothing as the years go by. While the bunker I’m referring to may not be considered hidden to locals, it’s certainly an unexpected surprise for many visitors. Exactly how much of the bunker you can see at any given time depends on the tides.
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This is Cape May's iconic WWII bunker, Battery 223. When it was built in the 1940s, it was approximately 900 feet from the shore.
Designed to host a 6-inch battery and survive a direct hit from battleships and aircraft, the structure was built with six to seven-foot thick reinforced concrete walls and a thick blast proof roof.
By 1950, the Army had dismantled all of the fixed gun harbor defenses. At some point after 1958, Battery 223 was used for radio communications by the Navy. By 1962, it became part of the Cape May Point State Park.
For a closer look, check out the short video below by YouTube user, Abandoned Walkthroughs.
Have you visited the bunker on the beach in Cape May? Were you familiar with its history? You can find it by parking at Cape May Lighthouse (215 Light House Ave., Cape May Point) and walking towards the ocean for a few hundred yards. To discover an equally intriguing attraction at a nearby beach, click here.
Kristen is a writer, editor, and social media maven who loves her state. Born and raised in New Jersey, sharing all it has to offer is her passion. After attending Montclair State University, she continued her education online, obtaining certifications in social media management.
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