Travel back in time at the Canadian War Museum
August 17, 2006 |
Travel back in time at the Canadian War Museum
Ottawa, Ontario, August 17, 2006 — In conjunction with the popular exhibition Clash of Empires: The War that Made Canada, 1754–1763, the Canadian War Museum will be presenting two period re-enactments, geared towards families and military enthusiasts, to highlight this fascinating period of Canadian history.78th Fraser Highlanders re-enactment group
Saturday August 26 and Sunday August 27
11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
North Plaza (exterior)
The 78th Fraser Highlanders are made up of military history enthusiasts with a keen interest in the British Army during the period of the Seven Years’ War. Up to 18 members of the group will be on hand to provide musical performances, precision military drill and musket firing demonstrations. All demonstrations will be narrated in both English and French.
Labour Day Weekend – Saturday, September 2 to Monday, September 4
Various times throughout the day
North Plaza (exterior)
Military re-enactors from the period of the Seven Years’ War will provide live demonstrations.
More information is available by calling 819 776-8600 or 1 800 555-5621.
An exhibition organized by the Senator John Heinz Pittsburgh Regional History Center, an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, in partnership with the Canadian War Museum. Supported by the Department of Canadian Heritage through the Canada Travelling Exhibitions Indemnification Program.
Information (media):
Christina Selin
Senior Communications Officer
Canadian War Museum
Telephone: 819 776-8607
E-mail: christina.selin@warmuseum.ca.
Pierre Leduc
Media Relations Officer
Canadian War Museum
Phone: 819 776-8608
E-mail: pierre.leduc@warmuseum.ca.
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