Step back in time at this historic pillbox in Aberdeenshire. Scotland is home to a few fascinating “pill boxes,” each with a rich history. During World War I and World War II, these small, fortified concrete bunkers were designed to protect troops and strategically defend against enemy invasions. They featured loopholes (firing slits) for soldiers to shoot from and housed machine guns or anti-tank weapons. These hardened structures formed crucial parts of defensive “stop-lines.” One of these pil

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Cartridge Box with US Box Plate that survived the war. #civilwar #history #DidYouKnow | History Seekers