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Monument MPM1638 - Former Pillbox, bridge to Whale Island
Summary
Site of former Second World War pillbox on the south side of the bridge to Whale Island.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Site of former square concrete pillbox, located on the south of the bridge to Whale Island. Constructed 1940-41. [1]
The location given on the HER record is approximate based on a post-war aerial photograph of the area which shows the pillbox in-situ. [2]
<1> Council for British Archaeology, 2006, Defence of Britain Archive [dataset] (Digital archive). SPM136.
<2> Royal Air Force, 1945-1948, Air Photo Mosaics of Portsmouth (Aerial Photograph). SPM290.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SPM136 Digital archive: Council for British Archaeology. 2006. Defence of Britain Archive [dataset].
- <2> SPM290 Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 1945-1948. Air Photo Mosaics of Portsmouth.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Finds (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SU 6415 0220 (point) |
|---|---|
| Unitary Authority | Portsmouth City |
Record last edited
Jul 1 2026 11:51AM