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Forts Β· East of England

Maunsell Navy Fort "Knock John Tower"

Maunsell Navy Fort "Knock John Tower" β€” fort in england south east.

Knock John 2 port buoy, Thames Estuary - geograph.org.uk - 7226651

Mike Pennington β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

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Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h

About

Maunsell Navy Fort "Knock John Tower" is a fort located in england south east. A British historic fort or fortification recorded in OpenStreetMap.

Place summary

Maunsell Navy Fort "Knock John Tower" is a naval fort located in South-East England. Constructed during the Second World War, it was part of a series of forts designed to protect the Thames Estuary. The structure is an example of military architecture from this era, serving as a reminder of Britain's wartime coastal defence strategy. The fort remains uninhabited and is often viewed as a notable landmark in the region.

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Coordinates
51.5616, 1.1611
Established
1942

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Maunsell Navy Fort "Knock John Tower"?
Maunsell Navy Fort "Knock John Tower" is in East of England, United Kingdom.
What is Maunsell Navy Fort "Knock John Tower"?
Maunsell Navy Fort "Knock John Tower" β€” fort in england south east.
How do I get to Maunsell Navy Fort "Knock John Tower"?
Its coordinates are 51.5616Β°, 1.1611Β°.
When was Maunsell Navy Fort "Knock John Tower" built?
Built or established in 1942.