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Monument record TR 38 SW 27 - The former site of Tongue Naval Fort, Maunsell fort U3
Summary
A Second World War sea fort off the coast of Margate, Tongue Naval Fort, Maunsell fort U3, was stationed at this point in 1942. It was decommissioned and finally collapsed into the sea during a storm in 1996. A leg stump remains visible.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 348 835 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR38SW |
| County | KENT |
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Full Description
A Second World War sea fort off the coast of Margate, Tongue Naval Fort, Maunsell fort U3, was stationed at this point in 1942. It was equipped with radar and anti-aircraft guns in order to protect the sea lanes into the Thames from German mine laying activities. It was decommissioned and finally collapsed into the sea during a storm in 1996. A leg stump remains visible.
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Record last edited
Mar 2 2010 3:19PM