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Monument record TQ 85 NE 131 - First World War landing strip at Frinstead
Summary
During the First World War a landing strip / airfield was created at Frinstead. Described as a Second Class landing ground the airfield is believed to have been constructed in February 1917 and closed in November 1918.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TQ 8884 5652 (801m by 966m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ85NE |
| County | KENT |
| District | MAIDSTONE, KENT |
| Civil Parish | FRINSTED, MAIDSTONE, KENT |
| Civil Parish | WORMSHILL, MAIDSTONE, KENT |
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Full Description
During the First World War a landing strip / airfield was created at Frinstead. Described as a Second Class landing ground the airfield is believed to have been constructed in February 1917 and closed in November 1918.
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Record last edited
Jun 12 2014 12:32PM