Monument record TQ 87 NW 1244 - Site of a Second World War light anti aircraft (Diver) battery in the Diver Box at Slough Fort.

Summary

Site of a Second World War light anti aircraft (Diver) battery in the Diver Box north of Slough Fort. It was armed with fifteen Oerlikon 20mm guns when it was deployed here on 26th July 1944.

Location

Grid reference TQ 8380 7850 (point)
Map sheet TQ87NW
County KENT
Civil Parish ALLHALLOWS, MEDWAY, KENT
Unitary Authority MEDWAY

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Full Description

Site of a Second World War light anti aircraft (Diver) battery in the Diver Box north of Slough Fort. It was armed with fifteen Oerlikon 20mm guns when it was deployed here on 26th July 1944.


Dobinson, C., Operation Diver : England's Defence Against the Flying Bomb, June 1944-March 1945 (Monograph). SWX23707.

Sources/Archives (1)

  • --- Monograph: Dobinson, C.. Operation Diver : England's Defence Against the Flying Bomb, June 1944-March 1945.

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  • None recorded

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Record last edited

Jul 14 2025 2:48PM