The Valiants Memorial

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About The Valiants Memorial

The Valiants Memorial in Ottawa honors fourteen notable figures from Canada's military history. Dedicated in 2006 by Governor General Michaëlle Jean, the memorial consists of nine busts and five life-size statues by the artists Marlene Hilton Moore and John McEwen. It is laid out around the Sappers Staircase in the northeast corner of Confederation Square, right next to the National War Memorial. A quotation from Virgil's Aeneid is mounted on the wall of the staircase, stating that no day will erase these heroes from the memory of time. You can view the figures in the context of the different historical eras, from the French colonial period to World War II.

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At a glance

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Address: Sussex & Elgin
K1A 0A6 Ottawa, Canada
District: Rideau-Vanier
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Coordinates: 45.42528° N · -75.69449° E
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Identifier: ID 395682aa-f51…

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FAQ about The Valiants Memorial

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What is the Valiants Memorial in Ottawa?

The Valiants Memorial in Ottawa is a monument honoring fourteen important figures from Canadian military history. It was dedicated in 2006 by Governor General Michaëlle Jean. The figures depicted come from different historical eras, from the French colonial period to World War II.

What can you see at the Valiants Memorial in Ottawa?

At the Valiants Memorial in Ottawa, you'll see nine busts and five life-size statues created by the artists Marlene Hilton Moore and John McEwen. A quote from Virgil's Aeneid is also mounted on the wall of the Sappers Staircase. It states that no day will ever erase these heroes from the memory of time.

Where is the Valiants Memorial in Ottawa?

The Valiants Memorial is located at the corner of Sussex & Elgin in Ottawa's Rideau-Vanier neighborhood. It is laid out around the Sappers Staircase in the northeast of Confederation Square. Right next to it stands the National War Memorial.

What can you visit around the Valiants Memorial in Ottawa?

Around the Valiants Memorial in Ottawa, several monuments, historic sites, and a museum are within walking distance. The Canadian Museum of Contemporary Photography is about 69 meters away, the Rideau Canal Historic Plaque about 110 meters, and the Ottawa Locks about 127 meters. The National War Memorial with the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is about 160 meters away, and tours of Canada's Senate building are offered about 61 meters away.

Are there restaurants and tours near the Valiants Memorial in Ottawa?

Yes, you'll find plenty of restaurants around the Valiants Memorial in Ottawa. travelguide195 lists around 140 restaurants within 500 meters. The memorial is also part of the tour "Ottawa on Foot: From Parliament Hill to the ByWard Market."

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