Monument record MDO29794 - Second World War beach defences, Weymouth Sands, Weymouth
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Summary
A system of Second World War beach defences are visible on aerial photographs of Weymouth Sands taken in 1942. They appear to be a continuation of beach defences that extended the entire length of Weymouth Sands during this period (see also MDO24821).
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
A system of Second World War beach defences are visible on aerial photographs of Weymouth Sands taken in 1942 (1). They appear to be a continuation of beach defences that extended the entire length of Weymouth Sands during this period (see also MDO24821). These features were digitally plotted during the South West Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Dorset). They are not visible on the most recent comprehensive aerial images available to the project.
<1> Royal Air Force, 07-MAY-1942, RAF HLA/531 6098-100 (Aerial Photograph). SDO13083.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO13083 Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 07-MAY-1942. RAF HLA/531 6098-100.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 6822 7944 (343m by 1142m) (5 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY67NE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Nov 11 2013 3:05PM
