Minister MacKay Designates Founding of the Canadian Naval Service and First Admiral as Nationally Historically Significant
(firmenpresse) - OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 05/03/12 -- The Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence, on behalf of the Honourable Peter Kent, Canada's Environment Minister and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, today announced the designation of the founding of the Canadian Naval Service and the designation of Admiral Sir Charles Edmund Kingsmill, the first Director of the Canadian Naval Service, for their national historic significance.
"Admiral Sir Charles Edmund Kingsmill demonstrated remarkable determination and ingenuity through his tireless work to build up a navy that contributed to Allied efforts in the First World War," said Minister MacKay. "The recent centennial of the Royal Canadian Navy and the rebuilding of Naval fleet are fitting tributes to the successes of Admiral Kingsmill's efforts on behalf of Canada."
These new designations will be included in Canada's system of national historic sites, persons and events, on the recommendation of the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada.
"The designations of the founding of the Royal Canadian Naval Service and its first director, Admiral Sir Charles Edmund Kingsmill, commemorate significant contributions to the development of Canada as a nation," said Minister Kent. "These are fine examples of the great stories that contributed to Canada's history and I am very pleased that their achievements are brought forward to be remembered by all Canadians."
Established in 1919, and supported by Parks Canada, the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada advises Canada's Environment Minister regarding the national historic significance of places, persons and events that have marked Canada's history. Parks Canada manages a nationwide network of national historic sites that make up a rich tapestry of Canada's historical heritage and which offers visitors the opportunity for real and inspiring discoveries.
For additional information, please see the accompanying backgrounder at under Media Room.
Contacts:
Adam Sweet
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Environment
819-997-1441
Media Relations
Parks Canada
819-953-8371
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Datum: 03.05.2012 - 13:45 Uhr
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