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The Modern Period, about 1915 AD to the present (the 20th and 21st centuries AD)
In recent years archaeologists have realised the importance of recording modern sites. They do this so that in the future people will be able to look at the remains to help them understand the events to which they are related. more ->
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modern
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About 1915 AD to the present (the 20th and 21st centuries AD)
In recent years archaeologists have realised the importance of recording modern sites. They do this so that in the future people will be able to look at the remains to help them understand the events to which they are related. more ->
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JUNCTION BOX *
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Casing for electrical connections: an enclosed and protected box inside which electrical circuits are interconnected or branched for distribution.
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VENTILATION SHAFT *
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A shaft designed to allow for the adequate circulation of air through a transport tunnel, for example.
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FEATURE *
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Areas of indeterminate function.
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ROYAL OBSERVER CORPS SITE *
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A site or structure associated with the activities of the Royal Observer Corps. The Corps was formed on 1 January 1947 and disbanded in 1991.
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FORTIFICATION *
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A usually permanent defensive work. Use specific type where known.
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PUMP *
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A machine used to raise and move water and other liquids, compress gases, etc. Use more specific type where known.
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AIRCRAFT *
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An aircraft, either whole or in part. Aircraft often survive as commemorative monuments, gate guardians or crash sites.
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UNDERGROUND MONITORING POST *
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A small underground chamber from where it was intended to monitor radioactive fallout in the event of nuclear attack. The majority were built between 1956 and 1964, although construction continued into the early 1970s.
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GATE *
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A movable stucture which enables or prevents entrance to be gained. Usually situated in a wall or similar barrier and supported by gate posts.
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WALL *
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An enclosing structure composed of bricks, stones or similar materials, laid in courses. Use specific type where known.
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* Copyright of English Heritage (1999)