MHG59028 - Bridge - Allt Criche, Kinlocheven
Summary
A bridge built by German prisoners of war during the First World War.
Type and Period (2)
- ROAD BRIDGE (First World War to 21st Century - 1914 AD to 2100 AD)
- PLAQUE (First World War to 21st Century - 1914 AD to 2100 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
'German Bridge', Kinlochleven
The road between Glencoe and Kinlochleven was built by German PoWs after WWI. There was a camp near Kinlochleven and another at Caolasnacon so teams could work from each end.
The road bridge has a plaque commemorating this, which reads:
Erected by
German PoW
1919
Information from M Briscoe, 28 February 2013
See link below to HES Canmore record for photos of the bridge contributed by Martin Briscoe.
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NN 1695 6155 (25m by 20m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NN16SE |
| Civil Parish | LISMORE AND APPIN |
| Geographical Area | LOCHABER |
Finds (0)
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External Links (1)
- https://canmore.org.uk/site/320917/kinlochleven-allt-criche (Link to online HES Canmore record)
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