Your Country Calls: Enlistment to Embarkation. An exhibition presented by the National Army Museum, Step Short and Folkestone Town Council

Event

Tuesday 24 June 2014 to Friday 08 May 2015

Organised by National Army Museum

In partnership with Step Short and Folkestone Town Council.

Discover the journey undertaken by millions of men during the First World War as they left their civilian lives to take up arms and answer their country’s call. Explore the crucial role Folkestone played as a refuge for the thousands of Belgians who fled the German war machine. Their plight touched the British nation and prompted many men to join the war effort. This fascinating exhibition draws on the rich Collection of the National Army Museum along with local artefacts and stories to explore how Folkestone became a gateway between Britain and the rest of Europe.

An accompanying programme of talks, object handling sessions and live performances inspired by the exhibition will also be taking place