HMS Badger, Naval shore establishment in Harwich, United Kingdom.
Description
HMS Badger was a naval base in Harwich on England's east coast that extended across Parkeston Quay. The facility contained multiple operational buildings, control rooms, and direct access to North Sea waters.
History
The base was commissioned in September 1939 and served as the headquarters for the Flag Officer in Charge at Harwich during World War II. It later became the largest small craft base in the country with a substantial military complement.
Culture
The site hosted visits from high-ranking figures such as King George VI and Winston Churchill during World War II. These visits reflect the strategic importance that the Royal Navy placed on this harbor command center.
Practical
The original bunker structure lies beneath Hamilton House near the entrance to Harwich International Port. Access to the site is limited since it remains an active port with security protocols in place.
Did you know?
The site was a hub for fast attack craft and minesweepers that played a crucial role in defending the British coast against German attacks. This specialized role made it one of the country's most heavily contested and bombed naval bases.
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