"Twenty-five years ago, the remains of an unidentified Canadian soldier were brought home from France and laid to rest at Ottawa's National War Memorial. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier has since become one of our country's most meaningful sites of remembrance. In this episode, artist and sculptor Mary Ann Liu, who designed the tomb, shares the vision and symbolism behind her work."
"The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is more than a grave. It's a symbol. It's a place to pause, to reflect on those who served and what they gave for Canada, and today, we're going behind the scenes to explore how that memorial came to be, the meaning woven into every detail and the stories that continue to remind Canadians of the sacrifices made for freedom and peace."
The remains of an unidentified Canadian soldier were brought from France and reinterred at Ottawa's National War Memorial in May 2000, creating the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The tomb functions as a national symbol of service, sacrifice, and remembrance and provides a focal place for reflection on those who served for Canada. Sculptor Mary Ann Liu designed the tomb with intentional symbolism. Historian Dr. Stacey Barker traces the tomb's origins to post-First World War Commonwealth practices and explains its enduring significance. The monument honors unnamed sacrifices and reflects values that unite multiple generations of Canadians.
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