Fort George on Citadel Hill
Fort George or Halifax Citadel, in the capital of the Canadian province of Nova Scotia (map), was first build in the 18 ct. and since then was reconstructed three more times.
In mid 19th ct. citadel was completed in a present form, as a star-shaped fortress.
These days the fort opens its doors daily welcoming visitors from all corners of the world. In the period from Spring to Autumn, there’s a living history program portraying the 78th Highland Regiment stationed here in the late 19th century. During those months the staff and soldiers dressed in the 19th century clothes and uniforms are giving very informative tours or are doing reenactments, while at times one can hear the sounds of a live bagpipe echoing off the fort’s stone walls.
Fort George Photo Gallery
Fort was build on the Citadel Hill overlooking strategically important Halifax Harbor, in what were at the time turbulent times. We’ve been told that fort was never attacked.
Museum in Halifax Citadel
On its grounds is located Army Museum that can be visited in the Cavalier Block. Museum has on displays a large collection of artifacts and weapons showcasing Nova Scotia’s army history as well as presence of the Canadian army in the Great wars and UN peacekeeping missions.
Halifax Citadel is National Historic Site of Canada
WWI
The Halifax Citadel features a replica trench where visitors can experience what trenches looked like during the World War I in Europe.
Place de Vimy in Montreal…
On the WWI subject…
The memoir by Ernst Jünger’s experiences in WWI: Storm of Steel…