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Monument record TQ 75 NE 426 - Site of a Second World War barrel flame trap
Summary
A barrel flame trap was positioned at the junction of the A229 and Forstal Road during the Second World War. The trap consisted of a barrel of fuel and an explosive device. The trap would be detonated to destroy an enemy vehicle.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 75401 58208 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ75NE |
| County | KENT |
| District | MAIDSTONE, KENT |
| Civil Parish | BOXLEY, MAIDSTONE, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
<1> CBA Defence of Britain Project, 1994, Defence of Britain Site Report (Bibliographic reference). SKE6447.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE6447 Bibliographic reference: CBA Defence of Britain Project. 1994. Defence of Britain Site Report.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Jun 7 2012 4:05PM