MDE21620 - Possible World War Two pits on Venford Moor (Monument)
Summary
A series of pits were largely obscured by bracken during field survey. They are said to have been dug by US troops on manoeuvres during World War Two.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Series of pits on venford moor. Largely obscured by bracken when visited as part of enp survey in 1991. Said to have been dug by us troops on manoeuvres during World War Two (horner). (1) Des=horner, w. /(28/11/1996)/as above. (2)
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Other Statuses/References
- Devon SMR Monument ID: 56684
- Devon SMR: SS82NE/54
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | SS 860 288 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS82NE |
| Civil Parish | WEST ANSTEY, NORTH DEVON, DEVON |
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Record last edited
Feb 4 2019 12:47PM
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