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During the Second World War Christchurch was again fortified against an expected invasion. The construction of pillboxes, gun emplacements and tank traps in and around the town, made Christchurch an 'anti-tank island'.
The developmental history of Christchurch in 20th the early century is dominated by three themes: the further expansion of the area as a seaside and holiday resort; the large number of military...
With an extensive archive of books, old documents and photographs, as well as access to most copies of the local newspapers from 1855 to 1983, we can help you to learn more about the people, events and places that have created the ancient town of Christchurch and Christchurch Borough that we know today.
Mar 14, 2021 · Then in 1642 came the Civil War. At first, Christchurch was in the hands of the Royalists but in April 1644 a parliamentary army captured the town. Later that year the royalists made 2 attempts to capture Christchurch.
Christchurch sits between two rivers – the Avon and the Stour – and research indicates it began as an early Saxon settlement. It was originally known as Tweoxneam (Twynham) from Old English meaning between two rivers.
An account of Christchurch during WW2 including coastal defence, anti-tank island and civil defence.
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During the Second World War an Airspeed factory was built on the airfield, and began manufacturing aircraft for the RAF; the USAAF Ninth Air Force established a base there in 1944. A second aerodrome opened at Hurn in 1944 which became Bournemouth Airport.
