Scheduled MonumentsNorthern IrelandCraigavonWwii pillbox - dhp no.229
PILLBOX

Wwii pillbox - dhp no.229

Craigavon, Northern Ireland
NISMR MonID 6876
Site type
PILLBOX
Nation
Northern Ireland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Dhp No.229 is a Second World War pillbox located in Craigavon, County Armagh, Northern Ireland. The structure dates from the period of intensive coastal and strategic defence preparations undertaken by British forces during 1940 and 1941, when invasion by Nazi Germany was considered a serious threat. Like other pillboxes constructed across the United Kingdom during this period, it formed part of a wider network of anti-tank and anti-personnel defensive positions designed to impede potential enemy advancement. The specific architectural form and construction details of this example reflect standard military engineering practices of the early 1940s Home Defence programme.

Wwii pillbox - dhp no.229 is a scheduled monument protected by Department for Communities NI under reference 6876. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wwii pillbox - dhp no.229?

Dhp No.229 is a Second World War pillbox located in Craigavon, County Armagh, Northern Ireland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) under reference 6876.

Who is responsible for protecting Wwii pillbox - dhp no.229?

Wwii pillbox - dhp no.229 is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Ni. The official designation reference is 6876.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wwii pillbox - dhp no.229?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pillbox - dhp no.224 (3.2 km), Wwii pillbox - dhp no.230 (3.3 km), Pillbox - dhp no.228 (3.5 km).

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