McGill hosts Remembrance Day ceremony
The Royal Canadian Legion's official Montreal Remembrance Day ceremony will be held on the lower field at Ï㽶ÊÓƵ, on Wed., Nov. 11, starting at 10:30 a.m. The event will bring together veterans and other members of the community to participate in the laying of wreaths. There will be performances by military bands.
Two minutes of silence will be observed at 11 a.m.
All are welcome to attend.
WHO: Royal Canadian Legion, Quebec Command
WHAT: Remembrance Day ceremony
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov.11, 2015, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
WHERE: Ï㽶ÊÓƵ, Lower field
Parking and circulation will not be permitted on the south part of Main Campus on Wednesday
In the 20th Century's two World Wars, McGill lost more than 600 men and women: 363 from McGill perished in World War I and another 298 lost their lives in World War II. McGill also made significant contributions to the medical care of wounded soldiers in both wars. Since then, members of the McGill community have helped resolve conflicts in Kosovo, Eritrea, Afghanistan and elsewhere.
Please join us in reflecting on their sacrifices and ensuring they are never forgotten.
Contact:
Cynthia Lee
Media Relations
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cynthia [dot] lee [at] mcgill [dot] ca
514-398-6754