The Gleaner
The 4th Battalion of the Royal 22nd Regiment will be at the Battle of the Châteauguay
le jeudi 16 août 2018
Modifié à 15 h 32 min le 16 août 2018
Canada’s military history will be honoured for a 4th edition of the event on August 25 and 26, which will also close Archaeology Month.
For the first time this year, the historic site will welcome the 4th Battalion of the Royal 22nd Regiment. Visitors will discover the evolution of military uniforms, weapons, and tactics. Many demonstrations are on the agenda.
Young and old alike will be able to take part in various activities in our play area, including sponge battles! Whether you’re a history novice or enthusiast, this event will have something for everyone!
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Canada’s military history will be remembered ont August 25 and 26 at the Battle of the Châteauguay site.[/caption]
The Battle of the Châteauguay National Historic Site commemorates the famous battle of October 26, 1813. An invading American army of more than 3,000 soldiers marching toward Montréal was stopped along the Châteauguay River by Lieutenant-Colonel Charles de Salaberry and 300 men—a tenth of the American forces. The Indigenous allies, volunteer militia corps of Lower Canada, Canadian Voltigeurs, and Canadian Fencibles recruited in Canada saved Montréal from the American attack. This great victory for the inhabitants of Lower Canada helped determine what Canada would become in 1867.
Last activity of the season: the Journées de la culture
Finally, the Battle of the Châteauguay National Historic Site will take part in the Journées de la culture for the very first time on Saturday, September 29. The event is not to be missed! Under the theme “words,” visitors will be invited to consult the genealogy terminals and write a letter to commemorate the unsung heroes of the Battle of the Châteauguay, or to simply enjoy the fall colours along the 14-km groomed trail, which charts the most significant areas of the battle. Visitors can therefore bring the past to life in their own way.
Canada’s military history will be remembered ont August 25 and 26 at the Battle of the Châteauguay site.[/caption]
The Battle of the Châteauguay National Historic Site commemorates the famous battle of October 26, 1813. An invading American army of more than 3,000 soldiers marching toward Montréal was stopped along the Châteauguay River by Lieutenant-Colonel Charles de Salaberry and 300 men—a tenth of the American forces. The Indigenous allies, volunteer militia corps of Lower Canada, Canadian Voltigeurs, and Canadian Fencibles recruited in Canada saved Montréal from the American attack. This great victory for the inhabitants of Lower Canada helped determine what Canada would become in 1867.
Last activity of the season: the Journées de la culture
Finally, the Battle of the Châteauguay National Historic Site will take part in the Journées de la culture for the very first time on Saturday, September 29. The event is not to be missed! Under the theme “words,” visitors will be invited to consult the genealogy terminals and write a letter to commemorate the unsung heroes of the Battle of the Châteauguay, or to simply enjoy the fall colours along the 14-km groomed trail, which charts the most significant areas of the battle. Visitors can therefore bring the past to life in their own way.