Canadian Corps of Commissionaires - Halifax, Nova Scotia
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This plaque relates to the formation of the Canadian Corps of Commissionaires and the acquisition of the Black-Binney House for use as the Divisional Headquarters. The House is dedicated to the services of Veterans.
Waymark Code: WM12G3E
Location: Nova Scotia, Canada
Date Posted: 05/20/2020
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Inscription on the plaque:
Canadian Corps of
Commissionaires
The corps was formed in Nova Scotia
and elsewhere across Canada in 1937.
On the instigation of the Canadian
Government, to find employment for
worthy older veterans.
Its organization was patterned along
military lines of the British Corps
of Commissionaires, founded in 1859.
The Black-Binney House was acquired
by the Board of Governors in 1965. And
was restored as a historic building, for
use as Divisional Headquarters.
It is dedicated to the service of veterans
as a Centennial project for 1967.
Colonel S.C. Oland. V.D., C.D.
Chairman
Board of Governors
Group that erected the marker: Canadian Corps of Commissionaires
URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: [Web Link]
Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
1472 Hollis Street
Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada
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