Monument record HLY 059 - World War II anti-tank ditch.
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Summary
World War II anti-tank ditch, Hollesley and Alderton parishes
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 36074 43075 (719m by 1731m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM34SE |
| Civil Parish | ALDERTON, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK |
| Civil Parish | HOLLESLEY, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK |
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Full Description
A World War II anti-tank ditch created by modifying existing drainage ditches can be seen on photographs taken in the 1940s. The feature is visible as an unconsolidated bank along the western side of the drainage ditch. Construction of the ditch at the northern end had commenced by January 1942. (S1) The anti-tank ditch appears to be complete by the end of 1943, stretching from TM367439 in the north to TM362422 in the south. (S2) (S3)
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jul 30 2013 12:18PM