Monument record LWT 269 - World War Two type 22 pillbox
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Summary
The site of a World War Two type 22 pillbox and slit trenches forming a defended point is visible on aerial photographs. These defences are part of the major anti-tank ditch system (LWT 284) running south from Oulton Broad.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 5184 9158 (85m by 107m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM59SW |
| Civil Parish | LOWESTOFT, WAVENEY, SUFFOLK |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
May 2014. Lothingland, Lowestoft and North Suffolk Coast and Heaths National Mapping Programme.
The site of a World War Two type 22 pillbox, barbed wire obstruction and slit trenches forming a defended point is visible on aerial photographs (S1). These defences are part of the major anti-tank ditch system (LWT 284) running south from Oulton Broad.
S. Horlock (Norfolk Historic Environment Service), 20th May 2014.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSX55025 Vertical Aerial Photograph: Vertical Aerial Photograph. RAF/106G/UK/930 RP 4113-4115 16-OCT-1945 (EHA).
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Sep 26 2014 2:52PM