Honouring “Remembrance Through Metalwork” is something that Midtherm Laser is incredibly proud of and it was a privilege for the company to contribute to the recently unveiled Peace Monument, organised by British Empire Medal awardee Rose Cook-Monk.
Midtherm Laser cut the five-foot “PEACE” letters and 80 soldier silhouettes from 3 mm S275 steel, and Midtherm Powder Coating painted each element before installation. The monument now stands proudly in Coronation Gardens, Dudley.
The silhouettes include men and women from the armed forces and reflect military personnel of all faiths and ethnicities. This monument commemorates the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War and honours the sacrifices of Britain’s Commonwealth veterans.
Visitors are invited to place messages of remembrance into holes in each of the “PEACE” letters. These messages will then be sealed in a time capsule and buried beneath a rose bush, consequently creating a lasting tribute for future generations.
The installation will remain on display until Armistice Day in November. During this time, it will serve as a focal point for several important commemorations, including VE Day, VJ Day, the Battle of Britain, and the end of the Falklands War.
Contact: Mark Hannon