It’s one of the Valiants, life-size statues of Canadian war figures.
Laura Secord, UE (1775-1868) Thanks to Laura Secord, nearly 500 Americans surrendered at Beaver Dams in 1813, and a British defeat was averted. She had overheard plans for a surprise attack and struggled alone through miles of dense bush to warn the commander of the British outpost.
Laura Secord
No, not chocolates.
It’s one of the Valiants, life-size statues of Canadian war figures.
Laura Secord, UE (1775-1868)
Thanks to Laura Secord, nearly 500 Americans surrendered at Beaver Dams in 1813, and a British defeat was averted. She had overheard plans for a surprise attack and struggled alone through miles of dense bush to warn the commander of the British outpost.
Yay Laura! Here’s the article:
The Valiants
A year ago today:
Pic 1066
For the birds
February 28, 2011
Two years ago:
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Whisper
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Three years:
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Slush Puppie
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