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A solemn space that inspires a sense of peace and
respect, the Memorial Chamber situated in the
Peace Tower of Canada's Parliament buildings is
a noble tribute to those who gave their lives
during the Great War in France and Flanders. It was
constructed between 1923 and 1927 using stone
donated by the governments of Great Britain, France
and Belgium. The Memorial Chamber is noted for its
detailed Gothic Revival style -the small space has
a lofty appearance due to the exceptional height of
its walls and the delicate tracery of its carving.
The focal point of the Chamber is an altar
containing the Book of Remembrance that holds the
names of over 66,000 Canadians who died during the
First World War. Today, five additional
Books of Remembrance Commemorate Canadians who
have given their lives in other conflicts around
the world.
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