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Monument record TR 26 SW 174 - Second World War temporary roadblock, probably on Chitty Lane, near the crossroads in Chislet village, Chislet
Summary
In May 1940 there seems to have been a temporary roadblock near the crossroads in Chislet village.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 2242 6454 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR26SW |
| County | KENT |
| District | CANTERBURY, KENT |
| Civil Parish | CHISLET, CANTERBURY, KENT |
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Full Description
In May 1940 the 8 Royal Fusiliers seem to have operated a temporary roadblock near the crossroads in Chislet village (Military Grid reference R 666826) - most likely on Chitty Lane. The strategic importance of this is as yet unclear, unless to prevent enemy troops from progressing eastwards. The block may have been covered by a pillbox at Highstead, further west.
Owner : Public
Publicly accessible : Yes
How accessed for survey :
Tourism Potential :
Condition : unknown
Date of visit :
8 Royal Fusiliers 1940, 01/01/40, War Diary 8 Royal Fusiliers 1940 (Unpublished document). SKE15363.
8 Royal Fusiliers 1940, 01/01/40, War Diary 8 Royal Fusiliers 1940 (Unpublished document). Ske15363.
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- None recorded
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Record last edited
Feb 10 2011 10:21AM