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Monument record TR 36 SE 871 - A possible Second World War gun emplacement in former playing fields north of London Road visible on aerial photographs taken in 1941.
Summary
A possible Second World War gun emplacement in former playing fields north of London Road visible on aerial photographs taken in 1941.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TR 3744 6449 (8m by 7m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR36SE |
| Civil Parish | RAMSGATE, THANET, KENT |
| County | KENT |
| District | THANET, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
A possible Second World War gun emplacement in former playing fields at TR 3745 6449 north of London Road visible on aerial photographs taken in 1941.The playing fields have now been largely built on, but the western half was occupied by a Chain Home Low intallation during the war (recorded separately). These features were mapped as part of the Historic England: Ramsgate HAZ project. (1)
<1> RAF, 1941, RAF/26J/BR267 12 22-FEB-1941 (Photograph). SKE55747.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE55747 Photograph: RAF. 1941. RAF/26J/BR267 12 22-FEB-1941. RAF/26J/BR267 12 22-FEB-1941.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Non-Intrusive Event: South-East Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Ref: 71330) (EWX10065)
Record last edited
Mar 28 2025 4:02PM