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Monument record TR 36 SE 887 - A possible Second World War road block and adjacent gun emplacement or guard post
Summary
A possible Second World War road block and adjacent gun emplacement or guard post on the Royal Parade overlooking Ramsgate Harbour which was visible on aerial photographs taken in 1941.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TR 3826 6475 (30m by 25m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR36SE |
Map
Type and Period (3)
Full Description
A possible Second World War road block in the form of a double row of anti tank cubes obstructing Royal Parade at TR 3827 6475 and adjacent gun emplacement or guard post at TR 3825 6476 overlooking Ramsgate Harbour visible on aerial photographs taken in 1941. These features were mapped as part of the Historic England: Ramsgate HAZ project. (1)
<1> RAF, 1941, RAF/HLA/380 619 15-DEC-1941 (Photograph). SKE55745.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE55745 Photograph: RAF. 1941. RAF/HLA/380 619 15-DEC-1941. RAF/HLA/380 619 15-DEC-1941.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Non-Intrusive Event: Ramsgate, Kent: Historic Characterisation of Ramsgate (Heritage Action Zones) (EKE22564)
Record last edited
Apr 22 2025 2:46PM