Monument record KSS 033 - World War II anti tank cube line along the beach.
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Summary
World War II anti tank cube line visible from 1941 along the beach between Kessingland and Hundred River
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 53724 84946 (200m by 827m) (9 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM58SW |
| Civil Parish | KESSINGLAND, WAVENEY, SUFFOLK |
Map
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Full Description
A line of World War II anti tank cubes is visible in 1940 extending from Kessingland to the Hundred River outflow (TM 536853 to TM 536845) where it continues in Benacre Parish. The line is part of the beach defences and is associated with a number of semi-circular depressions (probably defensive positions and is intended to stop movement off the beach in an invasion. In 1941, the line has been extended east-west along part of the line of the outflow.(S1-3)
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Aug 7 2013 3:05PM