Inspired to honour the contributions of fallen veterans
One man’s vision for an empty patch of green space along Memorial Drive N.W. has resulted in a one-of-a-kind tribute to the sacrifices of Canadian soldiers. Since 2008, a field of approximately 3,100 crosses appears each year in the weeks prior to Remembrance Day in a...
We have even more reason to remember this November 1
For as long as he can remember, Murray McCann has faithfully worn his red poppy pin throughout much of November. It wasn’t until a 2008 trip to the southern United States, though, that he realized he could be doing a lot more. Driving through Menlo, Ga., a town of...
Installation Of White Crosses Along Memorial Drive Is Underway.
The annual installation of white crosses along Memorial Drive is underway. Every year volunteers put about three thousand crosses along the road near Centre Street. The crosses represent Alberta soldiers killed in war time or during peacekeeping duties. Each cross has...
Annual Field of Crosses along Calgary’s Memorial Drive returns to honour fallen veterans
It’s been a somber work-in-progress honouring war’s sacrifice its founder hopes will grow no more. For the fifth year crosses, each denoting one of the 3,000 southern Albertans who lost their lives in Canada’s conflicts and peacekeeping, have been planted on the north...
Ceremony marks legacy of ‘field of crosses’ founder
CALGARY- A solemn ceremony was held at sunrise on Thursday morning, in honour of a Calgary man whose vision and determination helped establish the field of crosses along Memorial Drive. George Bittman was a navy veteran and former head of the Poppy Fund, before dying...
Sharing a third set of photos from our Remembrance Day Ceremony last week. It was a morning of remembrance, reflection, and gratitude, and these images help tell that story.
Thank you for taking the time to remember with us.
www.fieldofcrosses.com/
1 CommentsComment on Facebook
Here is a second gallery of photos from last week’s Remembrance Day Ceremony at the Field of Crosses. Each image reflects the emotion, respect, and connection that this event brings to our community every year.
Thank you again to everyone who took part!
www.fieldofcrosses.com/
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Last week’s Remembrance Day Ceremony at the Field of Crosses was incredibly moving and we are so grateful to everyone who joined us. Thank you to all of the volunteers, veterans, families, first responders, and community members who helped make the morning, and every ceremony over the Eleven Days of Remembrance, so meaningful.
A huge thank you as well to Global Calgary for broadcasting the ceremony live so those who could not attend in person were still able to take part.
We are sharing this first collection of photos from the ceremony, capturing some of the many powerful moments from the field. There will be another two galleries shared today. Stay tuned!
www.fieldofcrosses.com/
1 CommentsComment on Facebook
Earlier today we shared a glimpse of the work that goes into preparing for our Night of Lights in the hours leading up to the ceremony. This evening we are proud to share a new gallery that highlights moments from the ceremony itself.
Some photos show the lanterns that were carefully placed at the base of the 3,620 crosses, ready to shine from sunset until sunrise on Remembrance Day. Others reflect the emotion in the faces of those who attended, the quiet pauses, and the meaningful moments shared throughout the night.
www.fieldofcrosses.com/
#FieldOfCrosses #calgary #alberta #yycevents #nightoflights #elevendaysofremembrance #remembranceday #canada #history #veterans #canadianarmedforces
4 CommentsComment on Facebook
This morning's gallery offers a look behind the scenes as our amazing community and volunteers came together to prepare for the Night of Lights Ceremony on November 10.
Before the lanterns glow across the field, they are carefully lit and placed by the hands of people who carry deep gratitude for the fallen. Each flame represents a life. Each lantern honours a sacrifice that continues to guide us toward remembrance.
Thank you to every participant who joined us in this meaningful preparation. Your time, care, and respect help ensure that every hero is remembered with dignity.
www.fieldofcrosses.com/
#FieldofCrosses #NightofLights #Remembrance #LestWeForget #Canada #Alberta #Veterans #Calgary
6 CommentsComment on Facebook