The Step Short Centenary Arch

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Reference WMO/193656

Address:

Remembrance Road

Folkestone

CT20 2DR

England

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Status: On original site
Type: Freestanding
Location: External
Setting: Roadside
Description: Arch
Materials:
  • Metal Metal (any)
Lettering: Inscribed on a plaque
Conflicts:
  • First World War (1914-1918)
About the memorial: A 14m high polished steel arch set above paving slabs depicting the points of the compass and countries involved in the First World War. Stone seats are to one side of the arch, each backed with an engraved plaque commemorating individuals or with stories of the many millions of men and women who passed through Folkestone to the conflict as well as Belgian refugees, Canadians encamped in the area and Chinese labourers. The charity Step Short was responsible for the installation. Step short was the order given to the many soldiers, nurses and civilians as they marched down the steep hill to the harbour to awaiting ships. The arch was dedicated by HRH Prince Henry of Wales on the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War – 4th August 2014.
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The Step Short Centenary Arch commemorates the millions of men and women who passed through Folkestone in the service of their country during the first world war. Dedicated by HRH Prince Henry of Wales on 4th August 2014.

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