Boer War Memorial

Walter Allward, and/or John Scott & Co., People of the County of Essex, Ontario
Boer War Monument, 1906
Limestone, bronze, 147 x 902 x 250 centimetres

This memorial fountain was originally outside a post office and moved to Jackson Park in 1932. Upon the extension of Ouellette Avenue in 1961, it was moved again to its current location on the south edge of the sunken garden.

Sources indicate that the Boer War Monument in Jackson Park was designed by either Canadian sculptor Walter Allward or Detroit architectural firm John Scott & Co. Collaboration between Allward and John Scott & Co. is also a possibility.

• The Canadian Encyclopedia: Walter Seymour Allward
• Dictionary of Architects in Canada: John Scott
• Veterans Affairs Canada: Windsor Memorial Fountain

Bronze plaque inscription, east face:

In honour of the
Canadian Volunteers
who served as soldiers of the
British Empire
during the war in
South Africa. A.D. 1899-1902.
Erected by the people of
the country of Essex, Ontario

Bronze plaque inscription, west face:

Inscribed on this tablet
are the names of the volunteers, residents of the County of Essex,
who served in the British Army, during the war in South Africa.
A.D. 1899 - 1902
First Contingent, Special Service Battalion,
Royal Canadian Regiment of Infantry.
[listed names]
Second Contingent, 1st Battalion, Canadian Mounted Rifles.
[listed names]
Third Contingent, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Battalions.
Canadian Mounted Rifles, and S.A.Constabulary.
[listed names]