ARMISTICE 100: New peace memorial unveiled

A new peace sculpture commemorating all those who have served in worldwide conflicts has been installed in Amble's Memorial Gardens.
By The Newsroom
Published 9th Nov 2018, 13:00 BST
Blacksmith Stephen Lunn and his daughter Ashlee Donaldson put the finishing touches to the new Amble peace sculpture. Picture by The AmblerBlacksmith Stephen Lunn and his daughter Ashlee Donaldson put the finishing touches to the new Amble peace sculpture. Picture by The Ambler
Blacksmith Stephen Lunn and his daughter Ashlee Donaldson put the finishing touches to the new Amble peace sculpture. Picture by The Ambler

It was felt that the one aim the soldiers all held in common was the hope that their efforts and sacrifice would help to bring peace for all.

Amble Town Council worked with world-renowned blacksmith Stephen Lunn and together chose a unique design.

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The community voted for the wording that is intertwined on the arch stems.

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The memorial symbolises stepping towards a peaceful future through an archway topped with doves, but incorporates the past conflicts with poppies of remembrance.

It will be dedicated at a Remembrance service on Sunday.