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| Catalog Number | 2000.12.8 |
| Object Name | Photograph |
| Title | Photograph, War Memorial Unveiling, 1927 |
| Date | 2 August 1927 |
| Year Range from | 1927 |
| Year Range to | 1927 |
| Description |
Black and white reproduction print of the unveiling of Guelph's War Memorial in Trafalgar Square on 2 August 1927. The side of the Opera House is visible on the extreme left of the photo. The memorial is visible on the opposite side of the street, though not detailed. The angel with the swords is visible. The area between the opera House and the Memorial is packed with people, most are wearing hats. There are trees in the background. The side of the opera house has many signs on it. The image is surrounded by a thin white border. The Trafalger War Memorial commemorates the efforts of soldiers lost during World War One. British-born artist, Alfred Howell designed the monument. He claimed th final design was inspired by a dream. Howell also designed war memorials in Oshawa, Pembroke, and Sault Ste. Marie. The Committee that erected the monument included representatives from the Men's and Women's Canadian Club, the Trades and Labour Party, the Knights of Columbus, and City Council. George Drew (who had served during the war) was the committee's secetary. |
| Photographer |
Cox, Gordon |
| People |
Howells, Alfred |
| Search Terms |
Royal Opera House Trafalgar Square Trafalgar War Memorial |
| Subjects |
MEMORIALS SPECIAL EVENTS - CENTENNIALS ARCHITECTURE - OPERA HOUSE SCENES - STREET |