Somerset Ward in Ottawa, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
Royal Canadian Naval Monument / Monument De La Marine Royale Canadienne
Photographed By Robert Rusaw, October 2, 2012
1. Royal Canadian Naval Monument
"...mark my words, whoever may take over the reins of power will have to have a navy, as every nation with a seashore must have and has had in the past."
Sir Wilfred Laurier, November 10, 1910
This monument was created as an enduring legacy to the Royal Canadian Navy, in honour of its centennial celebrated in 2010.
Since its establishment, the Navy has been instrumental in protecting and preserving Canada's sovereignty, not only by safeguarding our maritime approaches, but also by representing out interests in international waters. This monument commemorates the contributions and sacrifices of the men and women in naval uniform who have served and continue to serve Canada at sea in times of peace and war. Their contributions will not be forgotten.
Sir Wilfrid Laurier, le 10 novembre 1910
Ce monument a été érigé pour
this page online
Depuis son édification, la Marine joue un rôle déterminant dans la protéction de la souveraineté, du Canada, non seulement en protégeant ses abords maritimes, mais en représentant ses intérêts dansles eaux internationales. La contribution et les sacrifices des hommes et des femmes qui ont servi et servent toujours le Canada en uniforme de la Marine, ét. ce, en temps de guerre comme en temps de paix, ne tombera pas dans l'oubli.
Topics. This memorial is listed in this topic list: Military. A significant historical date for this entry is November 10, 1910.
Location. 45° 25.249′ N, 75° 42.614′ W. Marker is in Ottawa, Ontario. It is in the Somerset Ward. Memorial can be reached from Ottawa River Pathway. Marker is located east of Portage Bridge on a point on he Ottawa River called Richmond Landing. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Ottawa ON K2P 2L6, Canada. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Capital's Forest Heritage / Le patrimoine forestier de la capitale (about 150 meters away, measured in a direct line); L’aménagement de la région de la capitale / Building a Capital Region (approx. 0.3 kilometers away in Québec); Christ Church Cathedral / La cathédrale Christ Church (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); Veterans Charter / La Charte des Anciens Combattants
Photographed By Robert Rusaw, October 2, 2012
2. Royal Canadian Naval Monument
Photographed By Robert Rusaw, October 2, 2012
3. Royal Canadian Naval Monument
Photographed By Robert Rusaw, October 2, 2012
4. Royal Canadian Naval Monument
Photographed By Robert Rusaw, October 2, 2012
5. Royal Canadian Naval Monument
Photographed By Robert Rusaw, October 2, 2012
6. Royal Canadian Naval Monument
Credits. This page was last revised on January 24, 2022. It was originally submitted on July 24, 2021, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. This page has been viewed 121 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 24, 2021, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on July 25, 2021, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
