In the heart of downtown Halifax, this strategic hilltop fort offers a commanding view of Halifax Harbour. Step back to 1869 and immerse yourself in the social and military history of Halifax with the 78th Highlanders and the 3rd Brigade Royal Artillery. Learn about the changing roles of the fort and visit the Army Museum.
Notes from "Communication Through Place and Time"
High above Halifax Harbour, the Citadel was a place where messages and orders shaped daily life. Signals helped coordinate defence, while the Noon Gun acted as a time signal for ships and the city below. Today, visitors can explore how communication supported military routines and a growing port city.
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There is so much to tell about the Halifax Citadel. Some of the stories take us into the daily lives of the soldiers who lived there. Others allow us to understand the importance of this place in Canadian history. Discover more about this place, an important part of the Halifax Defence Complex.
The year-round, daily noon ceremonial firing of the Halifax Citadel’s 12-pounder gun is one of the most enduring and recognized symbols in Halifax’s history. It is considered one of the oldest continuing noon guns in the world.
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5425 Sackville Street, Halifax, NS B3J 3Y3, Canada Get directions
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