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Windsor re-dedicates Boer War Memorial in Jackson Park [Video]

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The City of Windsor, in partnership with members of local military organizations, hosted a re-dedication ceremony on Wednesday for the historic Boer War Memorial in Jackson Park.

The special commemoration served to re-dedicate the significant piece while showcasing the recent work that took place to restore the monument that honours the Boer War in South Africa.

“It’s important to remember those who served, whether they came back or not. That’s the most important thing,” said Army veteran and Lieutenant-Colonel (retired) Hardy Wheeler. “This memorial being refurbished by the city is a recognition that it’s important.”

According to the city, the Boer War Memorial was built as a memorial fountain in honour of the Canadian volunteers who served as soldiers of the British Empire during the war in South Africa. It was dedicated by the local military community in 1906 and meant to support “the Windsor boys who lost their lives …

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