Unknown Soldier Newfoundland

Unknown Soldier Newfoundland: A Historic Burial in St. John's

Newfoundland entombs its Unknown Soldier in a solemn ceremony decades in the making under grey skies and rain. A momentous occasion for the province!

Under grey skies and rain, N.L. entombs its Unknown Soldier in Newfoundland's National War Memorial after a solemn ceremony in downtown St. John's. Over a century ago, a Newfoundlander left home and tragically died on a battlefield in Northern France during the First World War, a sacrifice now honored in a moving ceremony. The unknown soldier, representing all who never returned home, now rests in a black granite tomb at the National War Memorial.

A historic moment for Newfoundland and Labrador as the remains of the Unknown First World War Soldier are laid to rest, marking a significant event in the province's history. The ceremony, filled with emotion and remembrance, pays tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought for their country. Crowds gather to witness this poignant occasion, honoring the soldier who symbolizes the countless lives lost in the First World War.

In a touching gesture, eight hundred Forget-Me-Nots are laid to represent the other First World War soldiers who never made it back home, highlighting the collective sacrifice and remembrance of all who served. This burial encapsulates the deep respect and gratitude Newfoundland holds for its fallen heroes and the importance of honoring their memory for future generations to come.