Monument record SWD 043 - A World War Two barrier across the mouth of the River Blyth can be seen on aerial photographs of 1941.
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Summary
A World War Two barrier across the mouth of the River Blyth can be seen on aerial photographs of 1941.
Location
| Grid reference | Not recorded |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | Not recorded |
| Civil Parish | SOUTHWOLD, WAVENEY, SUFFOLK |
Map
No mapped location recorded.
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
A World War Two barrier across the mouth of the River Blyth can be seen on aerial photographs of 1941, suspended between South Pier and North pier, centred on circa TM 505 747 (S1). The barrier, probably a boom composed of chain or heavy rope, was probably lowered to allow the passage of vessels.
Not HER mapped.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSF50005 Photograph: RAF. Air Photograph. RAF TM5074/1 (MSO31038/6987) 07-JUL-1941.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Dec 3 2010 12:26PM