Dover, 27noiembrie 2025 – Consiliul orășenesc Dover, în parteneriat cu White Cliffs Branch a Legiunii Regale Britanice, unveiled the second visit of the Remembrance display featuring the First World War Soldier installation in Market Square. The statue, created by sculptor Mark Humphreys and locally known as Tommy, has been repurposed from the weather-worn seafront memorial and enhanced with a handmade carpet of silk and crocheted poppies. It was unveiled last year along with the field of remembrance set up at the War Memorial Garden, Dover.
As part of the Legion’s “Thank You 100” campaign, the statue honours the centenary of the end of the First World War and symbolises the courage and sacrifice of soldiers who served. This temporary display allows the community to reflect and show gratitude for all those who have fought for Western freedom through the centuries. After Armistice Day, the statue will be moved to Fort Burgoyne, Dover, where it will stand as a lasting memorial overlooking the White Cliffs.
Key Public Dates:
- 24octombrie: Field of Remembrance set up at the War Memorial Garden, Dover.
- 24noiembrie: Statue unveiled at Market Square.
- 9noiembrie: Remembrance Sunday service and parade at the Dover War Memorial.
- 11noiembrie: Armistice Day.
- Post-Armistice: Statue relocated to Fort Burgoyne.