Thesaurus Term/Concept: PIMPLE

Identifier 123526
Class DEFENCE OF BRITAIN
Status Preferred
Index? Yes
Scope Note Blocks of solid concrete,in the form of truncated pyramids usually 3 feet square x 2 feet high which could be placed in rows to impede enemy movement in the event of invasion. Pimples were recommended for use on soft ground.

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Context Record
Monument Type MSF26372 Two World War II anti-tank pimples in a verge by the road. (Monument)
Monument Type MSF26171 World War II parallel rows of anti-tank 'dragons teeth' concrete blocks, running in line with the railway. (Monument)