Monument record MDO19471 - Second World War flame fougasse, West Street, Abbotsbury
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Summary
A flame fougasse was situated on West Street, close to the junction with Cowards Lane. Erected as part of the Dorset coastal defences during 1940-41. Now removed.
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Full Description
Flame fougasse with four barrels (1 battery). Cassini ref. 003063. This site lies within a Home Guard defended locality which is given the same Cassini ref. This is also termed a 'platoon action station' for the 2nd (Dorchester) Bn. of the Dorset Home Guard. [see also UORN 16408 (1).
Site of flame fougasse on West Street, close to the junction with cowards Lane.
Erected as part of the Dorset coastal defences during 1940-41. Now removed.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 5713 8535 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY58NE |
| Civil Parish | Abbotsbury; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jun 27 2023 2:31PM