Plans to construct memorial arch dedicated to First World War soldiers in Folkestone, England

The BBC has reported that a “memorial arch” in honour of First World War troops will be built to mark the Centenary of the outbreak of the conflict in Folkestone, England.

Folkestone served as a staging area for millions of British and British Imperial forces before embarking across the English Channel to serve on the Western Front.

To read the full article, visit the BBC News website here.

Date of article publication: 13/06/2013

Images courtesy of Step Short Folkestone

Posted by: Daniel Barry, Centenary News