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Monument record TR 13 NE 315 - Light Anti Aircraft (Diver) Battery Dl5
Summary
Site of a Second World War light anti aircraft (Diver) battery at Tolsford Hill. This was armed with 40mm guns, and was manned by B/2722 RAF Regiment when it was deployed on 2nd August 1944. It was redeployed to TR142356 on 26th August 1944. It formed part of the 71 Light Anti Aircraft Artillery Brigade deployment.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 1560 3819 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR13NE |
| County | KENT |
| District | FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT |
| Civil Parish | SALTWOOD, 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 216 (Monograph). SWX23707.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SWX23707 Monograph: Dobinson, C.. Operation Diver : England's Defence Against the Flying Bomb, June 1944-March 1945. pp 216.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jul 3 2024 3:33PM