National War Memorial
National War Memorial
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Mark H
Fond du Lac, WI4,213 contributions
Jul 2023
After walking Sparks from he Marriott we ended up at Canada's National War Memorial near Parliament Hill.
We sat down about 5 p.m, which happened to be the time when the sentries end their duty for the for day.
One of blue polo shirt uniformed tourist ambassadors face us a head sup on what was was going to take place and little but of history about the monument.
The ceremony lasted less than 10 minutes and featured a bagpiper.
It's worth a stop.
We sat down about 5 p.m, which happened to be the time when the sentries end their duty for the for day.
One of blue polo shirt uniformed tourist ambassadors face us a head sup on what was was going to take place and little but of history about the monument.
The ceremony lasted less than 10 minutes and featured a bagpiper.
It's worth a stop.
Written July 23, 2023
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PJD65
2,133 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
I had no plans to go here but after a week of meetings, my Ottawa stroll led me here. I have to say that I was very lucky that my walk took me this way as it is an excellent place to visit.
The staff are all friendly, the history is rich, varied, balanced and relevant and we were lucky to spend time with Stewart, a veteran with a library of great stories.
The museum is educational and emotional and as a veteran, it underlines the sacrifices that brave men and ladies have made over the centuries and continue to do so. Makes me very humble.
The staff are all friendly, the history is rich, varied, balanced and relevant and we were lucky to spend time with Stewart, a veteran with a library of great stories.
The museum is educational and emotional and as a veteran, it underlines the sacrifices that brave men and ladies have made over the centuries and continue to do so. Makes me very humble.
Written March 8, 2023
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KodoDrummer
Buenos Aires, Argentina70,623 contributions
Sept 2019
Beautiful granite memorial monument with bronze sculptures. Ironically dedicated in May 1939, to the Canadians who died in the First World War. A few months later, WWII would officially begin (September 1, 1939).
Written June 28, 2020
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Wlad F
Toronto, Canada62 contributions
Jul 2024 • Couples
Quick stop. Took some pictures I love. And spent 15 minutes just staring. I loved coming to see it.
On Canada Day, we saw two presentations from the youth Air Force (Not sure what's their official name, I apologize), and the Change of the Guard starts here in the summer.
On Canada Day, we saw two presentations from the youth Air Force (Not sure what's their official name, I apologize), and the Change of the Guard starts here in the summer.
Written August 16, 2024
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Joel I
Silver Spring, MD86 contributions
Oct 2022
It's a stark reminder of national sacrifice, and a solemn spot for reflection and remembrance. Probably not for small children. It's worth noting that the plaques on the square around the memorial haven't been updated to mention Canadian servicemembers who fell in Afghanistan.
Written October 21, 2022
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Dimitris L
Sydney, Australia50,924 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Canada's National War Memorial pays tribute to all those who died in war. The memorial forms an arch and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is placed in front of it. There are several sculptures around the Memorial Arch. The Memorial is central to the significance of Confederation Square. It is a place worth visiting.
Written October 12, 2023
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Sachin K
New York City, NY6,557 contributions
Jun 2019 • Family
The National War Memorial is a beautiful dedication to the lost lives of the soldiers involved. One can see the change of guards every hour at the site. Certainly would very highly recommend taking a stopover at this memorial and pay due respect.
Written November 14, 2019
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Hayley We
Parkton, MD8 contributions
Apr 2021 • Family
The place screams for quietness. The place is a noise pollution nightmare. Have noise by cars lessen to pay solemn respect.
Written May 18, 2021
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John O
Peabody, MA586 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
There is something to be said of our neighbors to the north. In Passchendaele, the Canadian corps were the ones to take the Belgian town. Vimy Ridge was taken from the Germans, in World War I.
These are but a few examples of the Canadians contribution to the allies, as a part of the British Empire. Canadian dead amounted to 61,000 in The Great War as it was called then. For a nation with a population of 8 million at the time, that is a substantial loss. For Canada, 690,000 would serve in that war.
The greatest sniper of WW1, was a first nation individual, Francis Pegahmagabow. A Wasauksing man, he was highly decorated for his valor and service with 338 confirmed killed and 300 prisoners.
This square is an important landmark in Canada, for the National War Memorial is a tribute to all the men that served. An impressive granite monument, two pillars rise up and are capped forming an entrance. Through that doorway men are marching forward full gear carrying their Vickers and artillery to meet their foe. It is an impressive monument in scale and in the complexity of the bronze casting.
Before that monument, is the tomb of the unknown soldier. Laid to rest, their name lost in the fog of battle, they are remembered for their service.
This square is an impressive monument, I dare say you need to visit. But if you are touring the downtown area, it is very hard to miss.
These are but a few examples of the Canadians contribution to the allies, as a part of the British Empire. Canadian dead amounted to 61,000 in The Great War as it was called then. For a nation with a population of 8 million at the time, that is a substantial loss. For Canada, 690,000 would serve in that war.
The greatest sniper of WW1, was a first nation individual, Francis Pegahmagabow. A Wasauksing man, he was highly decorated for his valor and service with 338 confirmed killed and 300 prisoners.
This square is an important landmark in Canada, for the National War Memorial is a tribute to all the men that served. An impressive granite monument, two pillars rise up and are capped forming an entrance. Through that doorway men are marching forward full gear carrying their Vickers and artillery to meet their foe. It is an impressive monument in scale and in the complexity of the bronze casting.
Before that monument, is the tomb of the unknown soldier. Laid to rest, their name lost in the fog of battle, they are remembered for their service.
This square is an impressive monument, I dare say you need to visit. But if you are touring the downtown area, it is very hard to miss.
Written July 29, 2019
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Samuel K
Manitoba, Canada170 contributions
May 2019 • Friends
My friends and I came at four clock to watch the afternoon changing of the guard. It was a great eye-opening experience.
Written May 15, 2019
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