He is remembered as a Canadian, a solider, and a pilot. But he is most honoured in downtown Ottawa for the heroism that led to his death.
Andrew Mynarski
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He is remembered as a Canadian, a solider, and a pilot. But he is most honoured in downtown Ottawa for the heroism that led to his death.
Among the 14 monuments on Confederation Square is one honouring Thayendanegea, a Mohawk whose name means “bind together to strengthen,” which is exactly what Thayendanegea is known for. He is, however, better known by his English name of Joseph Brant.
In the shadow of the National War Memorial, the bust of Cpl. Joseph Kaeble has gazed across Wellington Street towards the Chateau Laurier since 2006.
With its wide windowless walls and sharp geometric angles, the National Arts Centre sets itself apart from its 19th-century neighbours in the heart of Ottawa.