Exploring the Secrets of Japanese Bunkers: A Historical Journey.
During World War II, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands were occupied by the Japanese, who constructed a number of bunkers and other defensive structures on Ross Island. Today, these Japanese bunkers serve as a testament to the island’s wartime history and are popular attractions for visitors to the island.
Some of the Japanese bunkers on Ross Island include:
- The North Bay Bunker: This bunker was constructed by the Japanese on a hill overlooking North Bay. It was used to defend the island against allied forces and is now open to visitors.
- The Ross Island Bunker: This bunker was built by the Japanese to store ammunition and other supplies. It is now partially buried under debris but can still be explored by visitors.
- The Hospital Bunker: This bunker was used by the Japanese as a hospital during their occupation of the island. Today, it is in ruins but visitors can still see the remains of the building.
- The Japanese Graveyard: This graveyard is the final resting place of many Japanese soldiers who died on the island during World War II.
Visiting the Japanese bunkers on Ross Island can be a sobering reminder of the island’s wartime history and the impact that the war had on the people who lived there.