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Monument record TR 13 NE 308 - Light Anti Aircraft (Diver) Battery Dl8
Summary
Site of a Second World War light anti aircraft (Diver) battery north-east of Saltwood. This was armed with 40mm guns, and was manned by 403 Battery of 143 Anti Aircraft Regiment when it was redeployed here from TR192383 on 26th August 1944. It formed part of the 71 Light Anti Aircraft Artillery Brigade deployment.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 1620 3620 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR13NE |
| County | KENT |
| District | FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT |
| Civil Parish | SALTWOOD, SHEPWAY, KENT |
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Full Description
Site of a Second World War light anti aircraft (Diver) battery north-east of Saltwood. This was armed with 40mm guns, and was manned by 403 Battery of 143 Anti Aircraft Regiment when it was redeployed here from TR192383 on 26th August 1944. It formed part of the 71 Light Anti Aircraft Artillery Brigade deployment.
<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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Record last edited
Jul 3 2024 3:25PM