Thesaurus Term/Concept: DEFENCE LINE
| Identifier | 140785 |
|---|---|
| Class | DEFENCE OF BRITAIN |
| Status | Preferred |
| Index? | Yes |
| Scope Note | A system of defensive works such as anti-tank obstacles, ditches and pillboxes, designed to stop the advance of an enemy. Defence lines were constructed across and around strategic areas of ground and sites such as industrial towns. |
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| Context | Record |
|---|---|
| Monument Type | MEX1037344 Second World War defence line, 'Back Line', Latchingdon (Monument) |
| Monument Type | MEX42430 Second World War defence line, 'The Stanier Line', Harwich (Monument) |
| Monument Type | MEX1031760 Second World War features between Clacton on Sea and Jaywick (Monument) |
| Monument Type | MEX1031385 Second World War sites Anti tank blocks and pillboxes by Martello Tower D Clacton Golf Course (Monument) |