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Bora Bora in the South Pacific - 4 x 4 Ride Into the Back Country of Bora Bora

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World War II Cannon on Bora Bora Seems to Be Aiming at Cruise Ship!
World War II Guns Guard Bora Bora Island

World War II Guns Guard Bora Bora Island

Bora Bora Photo (c) Linda Garrison
Bora Bora has the remains of many World War II cannons high in the hills that were set up by the Americans to protect the island during the War. This cannon almost seems like it could be aiming at the Renaissance R3 (now the Tahitian Princess) cruise ship.

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