A defensive position containing one or more artillery pieces or rocket launchers.
Related Terms
Term |
Note |
RADAR SITE |
A mobile radar unit used to provide local gun batteries with information on the range and height of aircraft and ships. |
RADAR STATION |
A permanent site for fixed radar installations used as part of a National System for detecting the presence of aircraft or ships. |
SEARCHLIGHT BATTERY |
A site in which one or more searchlights were positioned to locate enemy aircraft or surface vessels for the benefit of batteries and night fighter aircraft. |
SEARCHLIGHT EMPLACEMENT |
An enclosed searchlight position, normally built of brick and concrete, and often roofed. |