Rosyth
Note: This map gives the position of the Naval dockyards in Rosyth within the UK.
ROSYTH: Military Seaplane Station and Balloon Base
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Local area map
Area map
Notes: The first three items were kindly provided by Mr Michael T Holder, a great friend of this 'Guide'. I have added the area view.
Military users: RNAS/RAF Seaplane Station, Kite Balloon Base and Aircraft Repair Depot
Location: In/near the Royal Navy base, about 1.5 to 2nm WNW of the N end of the Forth Bridges
Period of operation: 1917 to 1918
Site area: 4 acres
NOTES: It appears that when this site closed in 1918, operations were transferred to RAF DONIBRISTLE, a few miles further east.
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