Steveston Fisherman's Memorial facts for kids
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The Steveston Fisherman's Memorial is a special monument located in Steveston, British Columbia. It was built to remember the brave fishermen who lost their lives while working at sea. This memorial looks like a giant needle used for mending fishing nets. You can find it standing tall near the ocean at Garry Point Park.
Remembering Fishermen
The Steveston Fisherman's Memorial is a place where people can think about and honor the fishermen from the community. These are the people who worked hard to catch fish, often facing dangerous conditions on the water. The memorial helps everyone remember their courage and how much they helped build the community.
A Unique Design
This memorial has a very interesting shape. It looks like a huge needle, the kind that fishermen use to repair their fishing nets. It stands upright, just a few meters from the sea. This design is a strong symbol of the fishing industry and the people who are part of it.
Honoring Those Lost
The memorial has many names carved into it. These are the names of fishermen who died while doing their job. Below the names, there are special words that explain the purpose of the memorial.
The words say:
- May 4, 1996
- This memorial honours all the fishermen of our community who have
- lost their lives in the pursuit of their profession.
- Their courage, dedication and contribution to the development of our
- community will never be forgotten."
These words remind everyone that the fishermen's bravery and hard work helped make Steveston what it is today. The memorial ensures that their efforts and sacrifices are never forgotten.
