Eugène-Étienne Taché facts for kids
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Eugène-Étienne Taché
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| Born | October 25, 1836 Saint-Thomas parish (at Montmagny), Lower Canada
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| Died | March 13, 1912 (aged 75) |
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Eugène-Étienne Taché (born October 25, 1836 – died March 13, 1912) was a very talented person from Quebec, Canada. He was a French Canadian surveyor, which means he measured land. He was also a civil engineer, designing things like roads and buildings. On top of that, he was an illustrator and an architect, someone who designs buildings. He is famous for creating Quebec's official coat-of-arms and its motto, Je me souviens (which means "I remember").
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Who Was Eugène-Étienne Taché?
Eugène-Étienne Taché was a key figure in Quebec's history. He helped shape the look of the province's government buildings. He also designed symbols that are still important to Quebec today. His work shows how art and engineering can come together.
Early Life and Education
Eugène-Étienne Taché had a good education. His father, Étienne-Paschal Taché, was an important government official. He later became a "premier," which is like a prime minister for a province. Because his father moved for work, Eugène-Étienne studied in different places. He went to the Petit Séminaire de Québec and also to Upper Canada College in Toronto.
In 1856, Taché started a three-year course to become a surveyor. He learned from famous people like Frederick Preston Rubidge and Charles Baillairgé. In 1861, he began working for the government's land department. By 1869, he became the assistant commissioner of Crown Lands for Quebec. This was a very important job, second only to the elected minister. He kept this job until he passed away.
Designing Important Buildings
Even though Eugène-Étienne Taché didn't formally study architecture, he learned a lot by reading books and journals. He became a skilled architect. He designed the Parliament Building (Quebec) in Quebec City. This large building has three towers and was built between 1876 and 1887. It has a special style called "Second Empire."
He also designed other important buildings. These included a new courthouse and a monastery. But perhaps his most famous designs are not buildings. He created Quebec's official coat-of-arms. He also came up with the province's motto, Je me souviens, which means "I remember." This motto is still used today and is a strong symbol for Quebec.
Recognized for His Work
In 1903, Eugène-Étienne Taché was honored for his long and excellent service. He was made a Companion of the Imperial Service Order. This award recognizes people who have done great work for the government. He passed away in Quebec City in 1912.
Works
- Monastery of the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary at Quebec (1895)
- Porter’s lodge at Spencer Wood in Sillery (1890)
- Quebec’s pavilion at an exhibition in Jamaica (1891)
Images for kids
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Parliament Building (Quebec) 1876-1887
