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RAF Sawbridgeworth is a World War II airfield in Hertfordshire that was defended by a range of anti-aircraft and anti-invasion fortifications typical of operational RAF stations during the period of intense German air attack. The defences include concrete anti-tank obstacles, pillboxes, and gun emplacements positioned to protect the airfield from aerial bombardment and potential ground invasion. These structures date from the early 1940s when the airfield served as an active fighter and bomber base for RAF operations. The surviving remains represent the physical infrastructure of Britain's air defence system during the critical phases of the Second World War.
RAF Sawbridgeworth World War II airfield defences is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020978. View the official record →
RAF Sawbridgeworth is a World War II airfield in Hertfordshire that was defended by a range of anti-aircraft and anti-invasion fortifications typical of operational RAF stations during the period of intense German air attack. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020978.
RAF Sawbridgeworth World War II airfield defences is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1020978.
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