Site of Second World War pillbox, east of Mole Hall (EHER 10425)
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Summary
Now destroyed. Contrary to the contemporary record, the two pillboxes were, in fact, in field No. OS 153 with the anti-tank ditch.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TL 5553 3137 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | DEBDEN, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
Contemporary records state, "a) A/T Ditch, OS No. 153. b) 2 pillboxes and 4 gun emplacements, OS No. 152 and 141, 145 (1 field). Mole Hall Farm. Map ref. 001504" (Mil.Ed.). <1>
It appears probable that this entry (<1>) is incorrect and the two pillboxes were, in face, in field No. 153 with the anti-tank ditch. Field Nos. 141 and 145 are in "dead ground". Broken concrete is locally recalled in the ground at this point - a logical position for a pillbox between those at TL 55353157 and TL 55683121 (EHER 10424 and 10426). <2>
One photo of site. <3>
Sources
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TL53