Site of Second World War 'Diver' Box, Diver Battery A7, Southminster (EHER 81202)
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Summary
Now destroyed. The site of a Second World War heavy anti aircraft artillery (Diver) battery in the Diver Box at Southminster. It was armed with eight 3.5-inch guns when deployed on 26th July 1944. It was manned by the 1st Royal Marine Regiment. It formed part of the 37 Anti Aircraft Brigade deployment.
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Location
| Grid reference | TR 0190 9800 (point) Location provided by NRHE data transfer. |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SOUTHMINSTER, MALDON, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
NRHE summary description:
The site of a Second World War heavy anti aircraft artillery (Diver) battery in the Diver Box at Southminster. It was armed with eight 3.5-inch guns when deployed on 26th July 1944. It was manned by the 1st Royal Marine Regiment. It formed part of the 37 Anti Aircraft Brigade deployment. <1>
Sources
- <1> SEX60897 Monograph: Dobinson, C. S.. 1996. Twentieth Century Fortifications in England, Vol IV: Operation Diver.
Other References
- NRHE identifier: 1478249
- National Monuments Record: TR 09 NW 11