Veterans memorial traces military history
A 30-metre granite wall honouring Canadas military veterans was unveiled on the front lawn of the provincial legislature at Queens Park Sunday.
The $2 million memorial, which is etched with scenes commemorating Canadas military history, traces Canadas military involvement in times of war and peace, all the way back to Confederation.
The historical record begins in 1867 and traces key military milestones all the way up to Canadas current commitment in Afghanistan.
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