""The Champlain Monument at Orillia"" is a historical record documenting the creation and dedication of the monumental bronze memorial to Samuel de Champlain in Orillia, Ontario. Created by the Champlain Tercentenary Committee, the work details the local and national efforts to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the French explorer's 1615 expedition through the region and his pivotal interactions with the Huron-Wendat people.
The text provides a thorough overview of the artistic significance of the monument, designed by sculptor Vernon March, and describes the symbolic figures that represent the historical encounter between European explorers and Indigenous nations. Beyond the physical structure, the book captures the speeches, ceremonies, and historical narratives that defined the tercentenary celebrations of the early 20th century. This volume serves as an important primary resource for understanding Canadian heritage, the history of monument building, and the ways in which colonial history was interpreted and celebrated during the 1920s.
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