5.—German Admiralty Headquarters at Middelkerke.
If the material employed for the coast defences was of the first quality, the German took the same care for the fitting up of the position held by the naval infantry, which disposed of strong and numerous dug-outs, skilfully camouflaged, in other word they formed magnificent battle posts.
The Admiralty Headquarters at Middelkerke is a wonderful display of luxury and it emphasises their taste for comfort.
Nothing was left uncared for; in case of alarm the admiral could easily act in complete quiétude. He had his staff well at hand, his liaisons thoroughly assured and could deliver his orders and instruction with the maximum efficiency.