Canadian Military History Gateway
Subject > Strategy and Tactics
Date > 1900 > 1920-1929
With its obvious strategic location, Signal Hill became the site of harbour defences from the 18th century through the Second World War. The last battle of the Seven Years' War in North America was fought here in 1762.
Site: Parks Canada
A history of Canada's involvement in peacekeeping, including the formation of the League of Nations and the United Nations.
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Site: National Defence
Students are provided with information on the Rideau Canal National Historic Site of Canada, to understand why it has recently received designation as a world heritage site
This historic site celebrates the rich communications and military history of Signal Hill and sits amidst a spectacular view of St. John's and the sea.