World War II bombing decoy control shelter 180m north east of Solomon's House

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World War II bombing decoy control shelter 180m north east of Solomon's House is a Second World War defensive structure located in Yorkshire, England. The shelter dates to the period of intensive German aerial bombardment between 1940 and 1945, when such installations formed part of Britain's civil defence infrastructure. Control shelters of this type were purpose-built to house personnel who operated decoy sites designed to draw enemy bombers away from populated areas and strategic targets by creating false lighting patterns and simulated fires. The structure represents an important element of wartime air raid precautions and reflects the civilian experience of aerial warfare during the latter stages of the conflict.

World War II bombing decoy control shelter 180m north east of Solomon's House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020041. View the official record →

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