War of 1812 Monument

Descriptions of the War of 1812 Monument may be found on the National Capital Commission web site and the Canadian Heritage web site. The monument, entitled Triumph Through Diversity, was created by Toronto sculptor Adrienne Alison. It occupies a place in the south east corner of the grounds of Parliament Hill.

THE FIGHT FOR CANADA
1812 – 1815

Fought on land and on water, the War of 1812 helped shape the future of Canada. To defeat the American invasion, people from various walks of life came together – men and women; military personnel and civilians; English, French and Aboriginal peoples. The figures on this monument reflect the diversity of those who joined forces to defend this land and ensure Canada's existence.

LA LUTTE POUR LE CANADA
1812-1815

Menée sur les fronts Terrestre et maritime, la guerre de 1812 a trace l'avenir du Canada. Pour contrer l'invasion américaine, des personnes de different milieux et origins se sont mobilisées : hommes et femmes : Anglais, Françcais et Autochtones; militaires et civils. Les peronnages représentés sur ce monument reflètent la diversité de ceux et celles qui ont uni leurs forces pour defender le territoire et assurer l'existence du Canada.