Monument record MCC5008 - WWII Road Barrier (destroyed), Fordham Bridge, Eight Ash Green
Summary
A road barrier blocking Fordham Bridge as part of the Eastern Command Line.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 9289 2711 (12m by 9m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL92NW |
| Civil Parish | EIGHT ASH GREEN, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Full Description
Contemporary records state, 'Road Barrier. Fordham Bridge.' The River Colne formed part of the Eastern Command Line during World War Two and it is probable that every bridge which crossed the river was blocked by a concrete and steel road barrier. There are a number of different types of barrier and it is not known which type blocked Fordham Bridge.<1>
See also <2>.
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- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jun 18 2020 11:45AM