A Historical Guide To The Multiple Monuments Toronto Has On Display
The monuments Toronto has on display for the public are sheer works of art and long lasting tributes. Each monument is rich with history and the memorials are sobering reminders to those who have been lost throughout the years. The amount of historical information contained in the memorials is something that every history enthusiast should check out at least once in their lives.
In tribute to its founder the Ontario Hydro company approached an artist in August 1929 to erect a statue. The finished product was unveiled in September 1934 and has been standing ever since. Sir Adam Beck was responsible for bringing low cost power solutions to the area by using the hydro electric technology used during the time period.Another memorial that was erected for a great doctor of his time is the Doctor William D. Young memorial. Doctor Young was known as a kind and gentle man who lived during the late 1800s and early 1900s. He was known for his payment free work that focused on children from the village and died after contracting a strain of the flu while taking care of children during an influenza outbreak.In 1750 the French fortification named Fort Rouille was constructed in order to intercept Indians attempting to trade with the English. The fort consisted of four bastions one at each corner and several buildings within its walls. During a full retreat in 1759 the French burned the fort so the English could not claim it and today only a few cannons and a memorial remain.One war memorial is located in front of the old city hall building and is a tribute to all the Torontonians who gave their lives in both World Wars along with the Korean War. Another war memorial which is located in on the south lawn of Queens Park is the Ontario Veterans Memorial. This lasting tribute is dedicated to the individuals whom have given their life for freedom since 1867 until the present.In 1860 Queens Park was opened in an effort to pay tribute to Queen Victoria who was the queen at the time. Park land and the surrounding acreage are owned by the University and so they actually leased the property to the city for a period of 999 years. Along with the memorial that is placed on the property, the Ontario Legislative Building is also located on park grounds.Another famous land mark is the Queen Elizabeth Way Monument which resides on the parkway bearing the same name. The landmark is also known as the Lion Monument and was unveiled in 1939 during a visit from the royal family. The structure was moved in 1975 when the parkway was widened and in 1989 it was re-dedicated by Queen Elizabeth.When visiting this beautiful city, taking time to visit the monuments Toronto has to offer is something that should be on the travel itinerary. The historical heritage of such structures is something that people of all ages can enjoy and should see at least once in their lives. A monument is a long lasting tribute to people and the times that forever changed the events of the world as we know it today.