Valiants Memorial, Military monument in downtown Ottawa, Canada
Monument aux Valeureux is a memorial featuring nine bronze busts and five statues honoring figures from Canadian military history. The sculptural works are positioned around a central staircase with inscribed plaques providing details about each person.
The memorial was unveiled in 2006 by Governor General Michaëlle Jean and honors military figures spanning different periods of Canadian history. The figures represented come from times ranging from the French colonial era through the World Wars.
The figures displayed here represent different chapters of military service, with each one recognized for their role during specific periods. Walking through the space, visitors encounter stories from various eras displayed on the surrounding walls.
The memorial is located at Confederation Square adjacent to the National War Memorial and is easily accessible on foot. Plan to spend time reading the wall inscriptions while viewing each sculptural figure.
The memorial bears a Latin inscription from Virgil's Aeneid stating that no day will erase these figures from the memory of time. This classical phrase connects ancient literature with contemporary commemoration in a poignant way.
GPS coordinates: 45.42436,-75.69519
Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:31
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