Information for record number MWA7995:
Battle HQ, RAF Atherstone on Stour

Summary The site of the battle headquarters building at the Second World War airfield to the north east of Atherstone on Stour. The building, which was built underground, was used for coordinating the defence of the airfield. It was situated on the northern side of the airfield.
What Is It?  
Type: Battle Headquarters
Period: Unknown
Where Is It?  
Parish: Atherstone on Stour
District: Stratford on Avon, Warwickshire
Grid Reference: SP 21 51
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Level of Protection National - Old SMR PrefRef (Grade: )
Sites & Monuments Record
Description

  
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1 An underground command post (believed to be type 1108/41) with protected observation cupola for the defence of airfields primarily in the event of attack by paratroops. Presently having the entrance filled in, only the the cupola and escape hatch can be seen.
2 Photograph.
 
Sources
Source No: 2
Source Type: Photograph
Title: Atherstone on Stour Battle HQ
Author/originator: Brace, J
Date: 1997
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Source No: 1
Source Type: Unpublished document
Title: Field Visit Notes
Author/originator: Brace, J
Date: 1997
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Glossary

 
Word or Phrase
Description  
monument SITE * Unclassifiable site with minimal information. Specify site type wherever possible. back
monument BUILDING * A structure with a roof to provide shelter from the weather for occupants or contents. Use specific type where known. back
monument COMMAND POST * A military building from which the guns of a battery were directed. back
monument FIELD * An area of land, often enclosed, used for cultivation or the grazing of livestock. back
monument DEFENCE * This is the top term for the class. See DEFENCE Class List for narrow terms. back
monument BATTLE HEADQUARTERS * A concrete structure designed to be the headquarters for the coordination of an airfield's defences. Constructed partially underground it was only intended to be occupied during an attack. back
monument AIRFIELD * An area or site used for the landing and take-off of aircraft, often including associated buildings, equipment and other installations. back

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