Monument record MCC5048 - WWII Pillbox (destroyed), Rowhedge Quay
Summary
An FW3/24 pillbox on the quay at Rowhedge.
Location
| Grid reference | TM 0317 2161 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM02SW |
| Civil Parish | EAST DONYLAND, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
Map
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Full Description
An aerial photograph taken in 1946 shows the distinct shape of an FW3/24 pillbox on the quay at Rowhedge. An aerial photograph taken in 1960 shows the outline of its base. It is now a grassy seating area.<1><2><3>
One photo of site.<4>
See also <5>.
Sources/Archives (5)
- <1> SEX61731 AP: RAF. 1946. 106G-UK 1492-3363.
- <2> SEX31431 DESC TEXT: Wills, H. 1985. Pillboxes.
- <3> SEX61732 AP: Hunting Surveys Limited. 1960. Run 16 - 074.
- <4> SEX61733 Photograph: Nash, Fred. 1997. Photograph of Pillbox 10879 site.
- <5> SCC73474 Photograph: Colchester Historic Buildings Forum. 2011. Digital photograph of 10-14 Vineyard Street, Colchester. Digital. Volume 1.
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Record last edited
Jun 12 2020 2:27PM