Monument record 1013 - WW2 Searchlight Battery
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Summary
A searchlight battery from World War II. It is known only from documentary sources. It was probably constructed between 1939 and 1945 but its condition is uncertain at the time of the Defence of Britain survey. The site was operated by the 467 S/L Battery 73 S/L Regiment. The site is located in Althorpe. Recorded as cropmarks by the Northants NMP survey.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{1} A searchlight battery from World War II. It is known only from documentary sources. It was probably constructed between 1939 and 1945 but its condition is uncertain at the time of the Defence of Britain survey. The site was operated by the 467 S/L Battery 73 S/L Regiment. The site is located in Althorpe.
<1> Migrated Defence of Britain Project database record originally compiled from various sources (Database). SNN112922.
<2> Historic England, Undated, Defence of Britain, DEB01 (Archive). SNN112947.
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Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (3)
- Parent of: Possible WW2 enclosure (Morphed Aerial Archaeology Interpretation) (Monument) (1013/0/3)
- Parent of: Possible WWII searchlight battery (Morphed Aerial Archaeology Interpretation) (Monument) (1013/0/2)
- Parent of: WWII Searchlight battery (Morphed Aerial Archaeology Interpretation) (Monument) (1013/0/1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 6938 6509 (123m by 85m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | ALTHORP, West Northamptonshire (formerly Daventry District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- NRHE HOB UID: 1416099
Record last edited
Feb 17 2025 6:23PM
