The Cannons of Bora Bora

During World War II, the United States maintained a supply base on Bora Bora. After the war, eight cannons were left behind, two of which are located on Mont Poopooureroa. The view of Bora Bora’s lagoon from Mont Poopooureroa is spectacular.

Cannon on Mont Poopooureroa - 1

Cannon on Mont Poopooureroa – 1

SOURCE: Cannon on Mont Poopooureroa – 1 (Bora Bora, French Polynesia); photographed by Stephen J. Danko on 08 April 2016.

Cannon on Mont Poopooureroa - 2

Cannon on Mont Poopooureroa – 2

SOURCE: Cannon on Mont Poopooureroa – 2 (Bora Bora, French Polynesia); photographed by Stephen J. Danko on 08 April 2016.

The View from Mont Poopooureroa - 1

The View from Mont Poopooureroa – 1

SOURCE: The View from Mont Poopooureroa – 1 (Bora Bora, French Polynesia); photographed by Stephen J. Danko on 08 April 2016.

The View from Mont Poopooureroa - 2

The View from Mont Poopooureroa – 2

SOURCE: The View from Mont Poopooureroa – 2 (Bora Bora, French Polynesia); photographed by Stephen J. Danko on 08 April 2016.

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