Historic 1917 WWI Bayonet Handed Over to Shoreham Fort
Sussex Police have proudly passed on a rare Remington First World War bayonet, dated 1917, to the Friends of Shoreham Fort (FoSF). The long-forgotten piece was found gathering dust in police storage.
Guarding History from Oblivion
Gary Baines, chairman of FoSF, said: “I was really pleased Sussex Police were able to pass this on to us. It has such historical significance. It would be a great loss if this item was destroyed, as history would be lost forever.”
Volunteer Heritage Crime Officer PCSO Daryl Holter added: “Unfortunately, our history is too easily lost. Artefacts like this connect us to our shared heritage. I’m glad this bayonet is now with the Friends of Shoreham Fort, where it will be preserved and kept safe.”
Keeping History Alive for Future Generations
PC Vicky Aldridge expressed her surprise at the find: “It was a surprise and very interesting to uncover the 1917 Remington Bayonet in our storage. I’m immensely pleased to have played a part and to know it will be conserved at Shoreham Fort for future generations to see and learn about.”
