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Prisoner Of War Camp 256
Hob Uid: 1475283
Location : Lincolnshire West Lindsey North Willingham
Grid Ref : TF1420088500
Summary : The site of a Second World War prisoner of war camp at Willingham House, known as Camp 256. This was a German work camp, where prisoners worked as labourers in the local area. It could have been in use up until 1948. The camp has since been removed and Willingham House was demolished in 1976. The site is currently occupied by a depot.
More information : A Second World War prisoner of war camp at Willingham House (TF 142 885), known as Camp 256. It operated as a German work camp. (1) Willingham House was demolished in 1976. (2)

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Source details : Lost Heritage, 2008. Complete list of lost country houses <> [Accessed on 26-JUN-2008]
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Monument Period Name : Mid 20th Century
Display Date : Closed circa 1948
Monument End Date : 1948
Monument Start Date : 1945
Monument Type : Prisoner Of War Camp
Evidence : Documentary Evidence

Monument Period Name : Second World War
Display Date : Second World War
Monument End Date : 1945
Monument Start Date : 1939
Monument Type : Prisoner Of War Camp
Evidence : Documentary Evidence

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External Cross Reference Source : SMR Number (Lincolnshire)
External Cross Reference Number : 55419
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External Cross Reference Source : National Monuments Record Number
External Cross Reference Number : TF 18 NW 44
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Activity type : MEASURED SURVEY
Start Date : 2008-01-01
End Date : 2009-12-31

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Prisoner Of War Camp 256