MEM22720 - World War Two accommodation huts to rear of Porlock Tannery (Monument)
Summary
During the Second World War, the American Army built huts for extra accommodation in the field behind the tannery. They were demolished in 1945, immediately after the end of hostilities in Europe.
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Full Description
During the Second World War, the American Army built huts for extra accommodation in the field behind the tannery. They were demolished in 1945, immediately after the end of hostilities in Europe. [1] The barracks were mapped from historic aerial photographs. [2]
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Other Statuses/References
- Coastal Risk 2014: Flood Zone 2 fluvial
- Coastal Risk 2014: Flood Zone 3 fluvial
- Coastal Risk 2016: Flood Zone 2 fluvial
- Coastal Risk 2016: Flood Zone 3 fluvial
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 8856 4684 (38m by 41m) (Aerial survey) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS84NE |
| Civil Parish | PORLOCK, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Aug 17 2020 12:11PM
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