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designatio Word or Phrase:Registered Battlefield  
Definition:Battlefields have been the setting for important turning points in English history. They can contain archaeological evidence that helps our understanding of the events that took place. Those Battlefields that are of significant historic importance are placed on the Register of Historic Battlefields. For each Battlefield on the register there are maps showing the position of the armies and features that were part of the original Battlefield. The maps help to identify those features that are important for understanding the battle, which should be conserved. There is one Registered Battlefield in Warwickshire, that of the Battle of Edge Hill. The battle took place in 1642 and was the first battle of the Civil War.
monument Word or Phrase:BATTLEFIELD WRECKAGE *  
Definition:Structural elements (parts of hull etc.) or fixtures and fittings (masts, etc.) lost during a naval engagement without incurring the actual loss of a ship. May also be used as a monument type for expended ammunition (e.g. shells, cannonballs).
monument Word or Phrase:BATTLEFIELD DEBRIS *  
Definition:Ordnance, expended or otherwise, weapons, armour, personal effects, transport wreckage, or ship wreckage, left behind on the site of a terrestrial or naval battle.
monument Word or Phrase:NAVAL BATTLEFIELD *  
Definition:Area or zone of sea where a battle, skirmish or action was fought between naval ships or warships and privateers. Not to be used for enemy action upon mercantile ships or a sudden strike by mine/torpedo against an enemy warship.
monument Word or Phrase:BATTLEFIELD *  
Definition:The field or area of ground on which a battle or skirmish was fought.

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