Steamer point now is a much loved and quiet nature reserve, yet during the Second World War the scene could not have been more different. In 1939 the land was used by the military for specialized radar research such as radar guided anti-aircraft guns and radar beacons as well as the 'Tenset' radio telephone and the area saw fervent activity. The land continued to be used for communication until it was relinquished by the MOD in the 1970's when many of the military buildings fell in to disrepair or were removed; though still today several period building remain such as this well camouflaged small loopholed sentry post.Monday 23 January 2012
Steamer Point
Steamer point now is a much loved and quiet nature reserve, yet during the Second World War the scene could not have been more different. In 1939 the land was used by the military for specialized radar research such as radar guided anti-aircraft guns and radar beacons as well as the 'Tenset' radio telephone and the area saw fervent activity. The land continued to be used for communication until it was relinquished by the MOD in the 1970's when many of the military buildings fell in to disrepair or were removed; though still today several period building remain such as this well camouflaged small loopholed sentry post.
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