Monument record MDO45202 - World War Two machine-gun loophole, Loders
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Summary
A World War II machine gun loophole identified in the churchyard wall at Loders. The loophole is constructed of stone, was built in 1940-41 and allowed a field of fire along the village street. A field visit in 2000 found the structure to be well-preserved and in a good condition.
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Full Description
Machine gun loophole in churchyard wall, allowing a field of fire along the village street. Well-preserved loophole in curved wall at entrance to village churchyard, looking down village street. The wall is part of private property. By the church gate. <1>
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SWX5 Digital archive: Council for British Archaeology. 1995. Defence of Britain Project. S0012098.
- <2> SDO128 Machine readable data file: Council for British Archaeology. 2003. Defence of Britain Project Database. S0012098.
- <3> SDO17227 Excavation archive: Council for British Archaeology. 2006. Defence of Britain Project Archive DEB01. S0012098.
- <4> SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 1426262.
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | SY 49200 94271 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY49SE |
| Civil Parish | Loders; Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Defence of Britain database: S0012098
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 49 SE 212
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 1426262
Record last edited
Jan 4 2023 11:39AM
