Dover Marine War Memorial

The Dover Marine War Memorial is a monument featuring four bronze figures on a granite base located in the Western Docks area near the marine station. These figures depict a sailor, soldier, bugler, and winged Victory holding a torch, each carefully positioned on the solid plinth.

The memorial was created in 1922 and honors 556 South Eastern and Chatham Railway employees who died in World War I. The inscriptions also record 626 Southern Railway workers who lost their lives in World War II.

The memorial connects railway history with remembrance for the fallen through detailed inscriptions and sculptures representing different military branches. These depictions show how civilian railway workers became intertwined with wartime service in ways that extended beyond traditional military roles.

The memorial is located in the Western Docks area, where access depends on cruise ship schedules since the location functions as an active terminal. Visitors should check access conditions beforehand, as the area may have restricted entry at certain times.

The bronze figures were created by sculptor William Charles Holland King and show a rare artistic depiction of civilian workers in their transformed role during the wars. This blend of craftsmanship and historical record makes the memorial a striking testament to civilian wartime experience.

Location: Dover

Inception: 1922

Creator: William Charles Holland King

Part of: Cruise Terminal 1, Including Attached Pedestrian Walkway, War Memorial, Four K6 Telephone Kiosks And Ship's Figurehead Believed To Be Of The Barque 'Roseau'

GPS coordinates: 51.11330,1.31583

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:47