Lisburn, Co. Antrim during the Second World War

Lisburn lies partly in Co. Antrim and Co. Down. During the Second World War, it saw much activity with troops of many nations in the area.

Lisburn

Co. Antrim

Northern Ireland

Wartime Vehicles in Lisburn

On 15th September 1942, Lieutenant J.R. Bainbridge photographed a range of converted vehicles including Lorry Command Vehicles and Power Buses in Lisburn, Co. Antrim.

Signals Exhibition in Lisburn

On 26th November 1943, War Office Photographer, Lieutenant J.R. Bainbridge attended a 'Signals Exhibition' in Lisburn, Co. Antrim, taking pictures of wartime equipment and the soldiers who used it.

Places of Interest

The following places will be of interest to anyone wishing to explore more of the area's Second World War heritage.

Map showing Thiepval Barracks, Lisburn, Co. Antrim

Thiepval Barracks, Lisburn, Co. Antrim

Magheralave Road, Lisburn, Co. Antrim

Built in 1940 for use during the Second World War, Thiepval Barracks in Lisburn, Co. Antrim takes its name from an area close to the Somme.