George-Étienne Cartier Monument facts for kids
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| Location | Mount Royal Park |
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| Designer | George William Hill |
| Type | Historical Monument |
| Material | Bronze, Stanstead granite |
| Width | 8.75 metres (28.7 ft) |
| Height | 30.78 metres (101.0 ft) |
| Beginning date | 1913 |
| Completion date | 1919 |
| Opening date | September 6, 1919 |
| Dedicated to | George-Étienne Cartier |
The Sir George-Étienne Cartier Monument is a large and impressive statue in Montreal, Quebec. It stands tall in Mount Royal Park, honoring a very important person in Canadian history: George-Étienne Cartier. This beautiful monument was created by the sculptor George William Hill.
At the very top of the monument, you'll see a statue of a winged Goddess of Liberty. This monument was officially opened on September 6, 1919. It's located in an area once known as Fletcher's Field. Today, during warmer months, this spot is famous for its free weekly drum circle festivals, often called Tam-Tams.
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Who Was George-Étienne Cartier?
George-Étienne Cartier was a key figure in Canada's past. He was a politician who helped create the country we know today. He played a big role in bringing different parts of British North America together to form the Canadian Confederation in 1867. This was when Canada officially became its own country.
Exploring the Monument's Sides
The monument tells a story through its sculptures. Each side shows different ideas and achievements related to George-Étienne Cartier's work.
The East Side: Forming a Nation
On the front, or East side, you'll see George-Étienne Cartier standing proudly. Below him are four other figures. Each of these figures represents one of the original provinces that joined together to form Canada in 1867. This part of the monument celebrates the birth of the Canadian nation.
The North Side: Making Laws
The North side of the monument features a woman holding a sword. Beside her are a young girl reading a book and a young boy. The boy holds out his wrists, showing a need for help or change. This scene represents "Legislation." Legislation means the process of making and enforcing laws. It shows how important laws are for a fair society.
The South Side: Education for All
On the South side, you'll find a scene similar to the North side. A woman sits with a young boy holding a ball and a young girl reading a book. This part of the monument highlights Cartier's significant efforts in promoting education. He believed that learning was important for everyone.
Images for kids
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Liberty backlit by the sun
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The George-Étienne Cartier Monument in Mount Royal Park, Montreal
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The George-Étienne Cartier statue on the monument
