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Monument record TR 37 SE 1121 - PILLBOX
Summary
Pillbox [Sector 7]. Cassini ref 833889. Mapped from military aerial photographs.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 3907 7112 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR37SE |
| County | KENT |
| District | THANET, KENT |
| Civil Parish | BROADSTAIRS AND ST PETERS, THANET, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
NW of Kingsgate.Pillbox [Sector 7]. Cassini ref 833889
This structure was mapped from military aerial photographs as part of the SE Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey. It was first visible and has been mapped from aerial photographs taken in January 1941 [1]. It is still visible in April 1946 [2] and is gone by April 1950 [3].
The square building thought to be the recorded pillbox measures 3.4m by 2.8m and is located close to the cliff edge overlooking steps that lead up from the beach.
Unknown, 1940, List of Pillboxes, Defended Houses, and Roadblocks (Unpublished document). SKE13159.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SKE13159 Unpublished document: Unknown. 1940. List of Pillboxes, Defended Houses, and Roadblocks.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (2)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Non-Intrusive Event: South-East Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Ref: 71330) (EWX10065)
Record last edited
Jan 17 2013 4:29PM