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Menu
 * Activities
    * Night Tours of the Citadelle
    * Tour of the Citadelle and the Museum
    * Changing of the Guard - Replaced by the Regimental Band Performance
    * Beating of the Retreat - Replaced by the Regimental Band Performance
    * VIP Visit
    * Holidays at the Citadelle
    * Spring break
    * Ghostly mystery at the Citadelle

 * Exhibitions
    * Permanent exhibit
    * Special exhibition
    * Past exhibitions

 * Information
    * Schedule and fees
    * Location and directions
    * Reservations
    * Boutique
    * Café
    * Useful Links

 * The Citadelle
    * Its History
    * The Garrison
    * Traditions

 * The Museum
    * Its Mission
    * Its History
    * Collections
    * Archives and Documentation Center
    * Museum Staff
    * Jobs and Internships

 * Educational workshops
    * Primary Level
    * Secondary Level
    * Practical information

 * Tickets


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ITS HISTORY




THE FORTRESS OF OLD QUÉBEC

The Citadelle of Québec is the largest British fortress in North America. It is
an integral part of the Québec fortifications and is located on Cape Diamond,
the city's highest point.

The Citadelle was recognized as a National Historic Site of Canada in 1980 and
is part of the Historic District of Old Québec, which was placed on UNESCO's
World Heritage List in 1985.


A HISTORIC TREASURE

Having narrowly repelled the American invasion of Canada during the War of 1812,
the British decided to re-examine their defensive strategy. Charles Lennox, Duke
of Richmond and Governor-in-Chief of British North America, was given the task
and drew up plans to build and improve defensive works at strategic locations.

Lieutenant-Colonel Elias Walker Durnford of the British Army was entrusted with
building the Citadelle of Québec. His star fort shape is based on designs by
French engineer Sébastien Le Prestre Vauban. Construction spanned from 1820 to
1850, and the Citadelle is today an integral part of the fortifications of
Québec.

Its first occupants were British troops, followed by the Royal Canadian
Artillery. It remains an active garrison and since 1920 is home to the Royal 22e
Régiment, the Canadian Forces' sole French-language regular force infantry
regiment.



AN AUTHENTIC FORTRESS


A NUMBER OF OUTSTANDING BUILDINGS ARE FOUND IN THE CITADELLE.

 * Canada's oldest military building, dating back to 1693 and the French Regime
 * The Dalhousie Gate, the city's only authentic gate not rebuilt for automobile
   traffic
 * The East Casemate at the Citadelle entrance, home to the Royal 22e Régiment
   Museum
 * The residence of the Governor General of Canada, founded in 1872

From the beginning the Citadelle has played an important role in Québec City and
in the history of Canada, through its characteristic architecture, its military
functions, and the events it has hosted, such as the Québec Conferences where
military strategies to end the Second World War were hammered out. The Citadelle
continues to serve as a diplomatic centre and host to many official events.


A LIVING FORTRESS

The men and women of the Royal 22e Régiment bring military traditions to life
inside the Citadelle. Visitors bear witness to these traditions in ceremonies
like the Changing of the Guard and the daily noon-day gun.

Experience over 300 years of history at the Citadelle of Québec and the Royal
22e Régiment Museum.

For those who love to surf the Internet, visit our virtual exhibition where you
will learn more about the Citadelle's architectural heritage.

The Citadelle of Québec, 1936, above.

 



THE EARL OF ATHLONE, PRESIDENT FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT, AND RT. HONS. WINSTON
CHURCHILL AND WILLIAM L. MACKENZIE KING DURING THE OCTAGON CONFERENCE SEPTEMBER
12, 1944. CREDITS : CANADIAN ARMY, CF4023A

 



PORTRAIT OF LIEUTENANT-COLONEL ELIAS WALKER DURNFORD

 

 





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