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| TO ABORIGINAL WAR VETERANS IN CANADA AND TO THOSE THAT HAVE FALLEN This monument is raised in sacred and everlasting honour to the contributions of all Aboriginal Canadians in war and peacekeeping operations. Many thousands of Aboriginal people saw action and endured hardship in the First and Second World Wars and the Korean War. They served with honour and distinction in all branches of the service and in every rank and appointment from Private to Brigadier. The fought overseas to defend the sovereignty and liberty of the allied nations, in addition to supporting the cause at home. Their dedication continues in peacekeeping operations in faraway lands. their heroic acts earned many decorations for bravery as well as the respect and enduring friendship of their comrades in arms. Hundreds from across Canada gave fully of their lives so that all Canadians might know peace and inherit freedom. We ho would follow in their path are humbled by the magnitude of their sacrifice and inspired by the depths of their resolve. We owe them a debt of gratitude we cannot soon hope to repay. Unveiled by Her Excellency the Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, C.C., C. M. M., C.C., Governor General of Canada and Commander-In-Chief of the Canadian Forces, on June 21, 2001, National Aboriginal Day. This Monument was made possible by the National Aboriginal Veterans Association and the generous donations of the Canadian people. Artist: Noel Lloyd Pinay |
