Site of Second World War 'Diver' Box, Light Anti Aircraft Battery L, Southminster (EHER 81207)
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Summary
Now destroyed. The site of a Second World War light anti aircraft (Diver) battery in the Diver Box at Southminster. It was armed with eight 20mm guns when it was deployed here on 28th August 1944, and was manned by 2805 RAF Regiment. It formed part of the 37 Light Anti Aircraft Brigade deployment.
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Location
| Grid reference | TR 0290 9750 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SOUTHMINSTER, MALDON, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
NRHE summary description:
The site of a Second World War light anti aircraft (Diver) battery in the Diver Box at Southminster. It was armed with eight 20mm guns when it was deployed here on 28th August 1944, and was manned by 2805 RAF Regiment. It formed part of the 37 Light Anti Aircraft Brigade deployment. <1>
Sources
- <1> SEX60897 Monograph: Dobinson, C. S.. 1996. Twentieth Century Fortifications in England, Vol IV: Operation Diver. p.235.
Other References
- NRHE identifier: 1478475
- National Monuments Record: TR 09 NW 19