Monument record 6592/0/2 - WWII concrete cylinders, Bridge 95
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Summary
Reinforced concrete cylinders located in the hedge adjacent to Oxford Canal Bridge 95, near Braunston.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{1} Photos of 3 concrete cylinders of WW2 date located at Bridge 95 (SP5313 6593) on the Oxford Canal by the county boundary. Possibly part of defences associated with use of these canals as a WW2 defence or stop line. Many other features further south along the canal, out of the county.
{3} Two reinforced concrete cylinders located in the hedge adjacent to Oxford Canal Bridge 95, near Braunston. Condition good.
<1> Armishaw, A., 2005, Oral Report to SMR, (unchecked) (Oral Report). SNN107572.
<2> Armishaw, A., 2005, WWII cylinders along Oxford Canal, (checked) (Photographic prints (COL)). SNN107573.
<3> Pillbox Study Group, Unknown, Pillbox Study Group, e11973 (Website). SNN111964.
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SNN107572 Oral Report: Armishaw, A.. 2005. Oral Report to SMR. 22nd September 2005. (unchecked).
- <2> SNN107573 Photographic prints (COL): Armishaw, A.. 2005. WWII cylinders along Oxford Canal. (checked).
- <3> SNN111964 Website: Pillbox Study Group. Unknown. Pillbox Study Group. http://www.pillbox-study-group.org.uk/. e11973.
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Related Monuments/Buildings (2)
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 5313 6593 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BRAUNSTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Daventry District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Aug 31 2022 10:38AM
