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The Fascinating History of the Bay Street Armoury - John Azar
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The
Bay Street Armoury opened in 1915, a “Castle on Bay Street”, remains a mystery to most people living in Greater Victoria. John Azar, long time VGS member, will share images and explain the design and construction of the building, its use as a military establishment and the significant role the building has played in the community life of Greater Victoria. He will also explain how VGS members can engage with the two regimental museums for genealogical research on ancestors who may have served at the armoury.
John Azar is an avid amateur military historian and commemoration advocate. As well as being a VGS member, he is a volunteer with the
The Canadian Scottish Regiment and conducts military history tours for
The Old Cemeteries Society of Victoria. He also belongs to several military affairs and military history-related organizations. John was a principal organizer of the Bay Street Armoury 100th anniversary open house in November 2015 for which his slide show was originally created.
Videoconference information will be provided in an email once registration is complete.
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Mark D Thompson
Event Coordinator
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