Thesaurus Term/Concept: SPIGOT MORTAR EMPLACEMENT
Identifier | 123560 |
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Class | DEFENCE OF BRITAIN |
Status | Preferred |
Index? | Yes |
Scope Note | A pit or emplacement surrounding a concrete pedestal, or 'thimble', which was used to mount a spigot mortar. Deployed by the Home Guard during WWII as an anti invasion measure. |