Site of Second World War 'Diver' Site No. F13, north-east of Courtsend (EHER 82423)
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Summary
Now destroyed. The site of a Second World War light anti aircraft (Diver) battery in the Diver Box north-east of Courtsend. It was armed with sixteen 20mm guns when it was deployed here on 28th August 1944, and was manned by 2758 RAF Regiment.
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Location
| Grid reference | TR 0310 9440 (point) Location provided by NRHE data transfer. |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | FOULNESS, ROCHFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
NRHE summary description:
Site of a Second World War light anti aircraft (Diver) battery in the Diver Box north-east of Courtsend. It was armed with sixteen 20mm guns when it was deployed here on 28th August 1944, and was manned by 2758 RAF Regiment. <1>
Sources
- <1> SEX60897 Monograph: Dobinson, C. S.. 1996. Twentieth Century Fortifications in England, Vol IV: Operation Diver. p.232.
Other References
- NRHE identifier: 1478367
- National Monuments Record: TR 09 SW 35