Boer War Memorial

The bronze equestrian statue stands one and a half times life-size on a granite pedestal decorated with three bronze bas-reliefs depicting battle scenes and Lord Strathcona's profile.

Unveiled in 1907, this memorial commemorates Canadian soldiers who served in the South African War from 1899 to 1902, marking Canada's first overseas military engagement.

The monument represents different perspectives on military conflicts between English and French communities in Canada, as demonstrated by the protests in Montreal during the war.

Located in downtown Montreal at coordinates 45.4996° N and -73.57096° W, the memorial offers wheelchair access and connects to the city's public transportation network.

This sculpture remains the only equestrian monument in Montreal and features a distinctive design where the horse appears in a restrained position rather than mounted.

Location: Montreal

Inception: 1922

Creator: George William Hill

Accessibility: Dostępne dla wózków inwalidzkich

GPS coordinates: 45.49961,-73.57096

Latest update: March 9, 2025 13:21