War time tower at Toorbul - 1939 to 1945

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Reference numberCLPC-P0657

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TitleWar time tower at Toorbul - 1939 to 1945DescriptionThis tower was removed at the end of the War (WWII). The towers were 60 Ft high and manned 24 hours a day. They were built by the Americans in World War 2 (WWII) to spot unauthorised planes in the area. Electrical equipment for the towers was kept in the Igloos on the same property. The towers are on the property of Ray Bishop at Toorbul.Dateca. 1939Record typePhotographFormat typePhysicalOriginal format colourBlack and white

GEOTAG

Geo coords^[1]Geo addressToorbul,4510,Australia Last edited by: Barbara Freeman

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CollectionCaboolture Library Photographic Collection

CONNECTIONS

PlaceToorbul (Qld.)Subject (keywords)observation towerstowersmilitary & war structures & sitesWorld War 2 (WWII) (1939-1945)

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Access restrictionsPhysical copy restrictedRestrictions on useRestrictions varyConditions of useYou may print, copy or download images for private research. This image may be reproduced for non-commercial purposes with acknowledgement. [e.g. Image courtesy of City of Moreton Bay, reference number CLPC-P0001] To obtain copies for commercial purposes or of a higher resolution, contact local.history@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. Charges apply

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War time tower at Toorbul - 1939 to 1945