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Sebastopol Monument: A Crimean War Memorial in Halifax
Commemorating the Crimean War, this Halifax monument honors Nova Scotian heroes and stands as a unique historical landmark in North America.
The Sebastopol Monument, located in Halifax's Old Burial Ground, is a triumphal arch commemorating the Siege of Sevastopol (1854–1855) during the Crimean War. Erected in 1860, it stands as North America's only monument to this conflict, honoring Nova Scotians who fought in the British victory.
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A brief summary to Sebastopol Monument
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6591 Chebucto Rd, Halifax, Downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3L 1L9, CA
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Getting There
Walking
The Sebastopol Monument is located in the Old Burial Ground on Barrington Street, near Spring Garden Road. From the Halifax Waterfront, walk north on Lower Water Street, then turn left onto Spring Garden Road. Walk up Spring Garden Road until you reach Barrington Street. The Old Burial Ground is on the corner. The monument is visible near the entrance.
Public Transport
The Sebastopol Monument can be reached by Halifax Transit bus routes that service Barrington Street or Spring Garden Road. Check Halifax Transit schedules for the most up-to-date route information and bus stop locations. From Mumford Terminal, routes such as the 1, 2, 3, 9A, 9B, 22, 24, 25, 26, 28, 29, 91 and 415 will get you close to the monument. A single fare is $2.75.
Taxi/Ride-Share
Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in Halifax. A taxi from downtown Halifax to the Old Burial Ground is a short ride. The initial charge for a taxi is $4.70, with additional charges based on distance and time. Expect to pay between $9 and $12 for a short trip within the downtown core.
Local tips
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Visit the Old Burial Ground to see the monument and explore the historic gravestones.
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Take a walk around the Old Burial Ground to appreciate the history and architecture of the site.
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Look for the names of the battles inscribed on the monument to understand the historical context.
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The Sebastopol Monument, also known as the Crimean War monument or the Welsford-Parker Monument, is a notable landmark within Halifax's Old Burial Ground. This triumphal arch commemorates the Siege of Sevastopol (1854–1855), a significant event in the Crimean War. The monument stands as a tribute to British victory and specifically honors the Nova Scotians who participated in the war.Unveiled on July 17, 1860, the monument is considered the fourth-oldest war monument in Canada and the only Crimean War monument in North America. Stone sculptor George Lang constructed the arch and the lion that sits atop it. The monument pays tribute to Major Augustus Frederick Welsford and Captain William Buck Carthew Augustus Parker, two Haligonians who died in the Battle of the Great Redan in 1855 during the Siege of Sevastopol.The monument's design incorporates a Roman triumphal arch, made from Albert County, New Brunswick sandstone, with a granite foundation from Purcell's Cove. Inscribed on the monument are the names of battles fought by the British army to reach the capital: Alma, Balaklava, Inkerman, Tchernaya, Redan, and Sebastopol. The monument serves as a reminder of the Crimean War and the sacrifices made by Nova Scotians who volunteered to fight.
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