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Monument record TR 92 SE 22 - Light Anti Aircraft (Diver) Battery Ll43
Summary
Site of a Second World War light anti aircraft (Diver) battery at Ivychurch. This was armed with 20mm guns, and was manned by 2740 RAF Regiment when it was deployed here on 2nd August 1944. It formed part of the Littlestone Section of 43 Anti Aircraft Brigade Light Anti Aircraft Artillery.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 9820 2220 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ92SE |
| County | KENT |
| District | FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT |
| Civil Parish | IVYCHURCH, SHEPWAY, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
<1> Dobinson, C., Operation Diver : England's Defence Against the Flying Bomb, June 1944-March 1945, pp 214 (Monograph). SWX23707.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SWX23707 Monograph: Dobinson, C.. Operation Diver : England's Defence Against the Flying Bomb, June 1944-March 1945. pp 214.
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Record last edited
Jul 3 2024 3:01PM