This Day in History: 1934-09-26
On 26th September 1934, a World War 1 tank (tank No. 289), on display at Pontefract Castle since 1919, was removed from the castle to Nevison’s Leap. The tank was eventually cut up for salvage in World War II.
Researching events in the history of two castles
On 26th September 1934, a World War 1 tank (tank No. 289), on display at Pontefract Castle since 1919, was removed from the castle to Nevison’s Leap. The tank was eventually cut up for salvage in World War II.