Shotley
Note: This map only gives a rough position for the site within the UK. If anybody can kindly offer advice as to a more exact location, this will be most welcome.
SHOTLEY: Military Balloon Station (Aka HARWICH)
Military users: RNAS/RAF Kite Balloon Station (for two balloons)
Location: SSE of Shotley, just W Shotley Gate on the N side of the estuary opposite Harwich International Port
Period of operation: 1917 to 1919 (Other sources claim 1914 to 1918)
NOTES: There was clearly a lot more going on at SHOTLEY, mainly functioning as a shore base for maritime activities.
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