"Peace and Freedom Cannot Long be Separated" Brilliant Scenes at Unveiling Ceremony Pa Ottawa, May 21.
OUT freedom there can be no enduring peace, without peace there can be no enduring freedom," declared King George today in a striking climax to his speech at the unveiling of the National War Memorial here. His Majesty had called attention to the symbolism of the Memorial.
"Surmounting the arch, through which the armed forces of the nation are pressing onward," he declared, "are the figures of Peace and Freedom. Not by chance do they appear side by side. Peace and Freedom cannot long be separated. It is well to have in one of the world's capitals a visible reminder of so great a truth."
"It is given to me today," he continued, "to recall Canada's part in the great conflict. Fortunately, my task has already been largely performed, for the beautiful work of art I have unveiled is a vivid and enduring expression of the spirit of Canada.
"The Memorial speaks to the world of Canada's heart, and its symbolism is beautifully adapted. It has been well named "The Response. One sees at a glance the answer made by Canada when the world's peace was broken and freedom threatened, "For this cause, 60,000 Canadians gave their lives, and a still larger number suffered impairment of body and mind. The Memorial has a message r all generations and all countries The King spoke in a clear, firm voice, his delivery being the.most impressive of any speech yet made in his tour.
Huge crowds began to collect near the Memorial at dawn, and the arrival of Their Majesties at 11 o'clock was heralded by prolonged cheers.
Guardsmen, in scarlet tunics and holding banners fourteen feet high, formed a Guard of Honour round the Memorial They stepped aside as the King, at the invitation of the Prime Minister, Mr. W. L. Mackenzie King, spoke the final words of dedication.
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