COASTAL BATTERY
A defensive gun battery positioned on the coast and facing out to sea.
Coast Battery (Non-Preferred)
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Related Terms
| Term | Note |
|---|---|
| ARTILLERY FORTIFICATION | A fortified structure containing purpose built emplacements for artillery pieces. |
| 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. |
