Communities at War
About this travelling exhibition
A project developed by the Canadian War Museum in partnership with the Niagara Military Museum.
Black Canadians have demonstrated a proud tradition of military service from the American Revolutionary War to the present day. They have fought and died for freedom abroad, even as they have struggled against discrimination at home.
This panel exhibition features compelling accounts of service and sacrifice, highlighting the individual experiences of community members from historic centres of Black migration to Canada and beyond.
Photo:
This group photograph shows William and Lavinia Chandler, along with other veterans of the American Civil War. Courtesy of the Niagara Military Museum.
Content
The exhibition is composed of graphic panels. No artifacts are included. To add a local dimension to the exhibition, host museums can supplement the presentation with content and objects from their collections. Supporting digital media and program options are available.
