29/07/1998 One of the original 17 Northampton anti-tank island roadblocks constructed of steel rails set in holes in road. The roadblock was reinforced with concrete cylinders in mid 1941. Removed in September 1941. Road block was manned by 12th Btn Northamptonshire Home Guard (Northampton Borough) from 16 August 1940 until removal. For further information see SRF.
Anti Tank Vertical Rail
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Anti Tank Vertical RailNear Trumpet Inn, Wellingborough Road, Weston Favell, Northampton.OtherUnknownRemovedBunkerAtlashistorical bunkermilitary heritage