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Military Art Now On February 17th, 2011 a symposium was held at the Canadian War Museum, in partnership with the Department of National Defence, entitled "Military Art Now" The First Ten Years (2001-2011) of the Canadian Forces Artists Program. The symposium featured artists and representatives of the Canadian Forces Artists Program giving informal presentations about the work they did related to the Canadian Forces Artists Program (CFAP).

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CWM_4_Museum A playlist of videos created by the Museum about Gallery 4 - A Violent Peace, pertaining to the Cold War, peacekeeping, and recent conflicts, 1945 to the present when Canada became a respected international player through its commitments to Western defence and peacekeeping.

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Battle of the Plains of Abraham Does geography shape history? Topographical quirks, precarious trails, steep climbs and sharp drops -- can these determine the future? On September 10, 2009, Dr. Peter MacLeod, pre-Confederation historian at the Canadian War Museum, discussed his essay -- The Truth about the Battle of the Plains of Abraham -- where he cross-referenced present-day photos with artist renderings from the past to reconstruct the setting and better understand its impact on the unfolding conflict. An idea that casts new light on an infamous battle.

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A New Angle: 5 Architectural Attractions On May 8, 2005, the Canadian War Museum opened the doors of its new building. In the five years since then, nearly three million visitors have been able to admire its unique architecture. Learn more about the architectural attractions that make this Museum so special.

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A Museum to Discover: 5 Personal Views On May 8, 2005, the Canadian War Museum opened the doors of its new building. In the five years since then, nearly three million visitors have been able to admire its unique architecture and innovative exhibits. This playlist includes 5 videos of Canadian War Museum employees and volunteers who talk about what they find most interesting at the Museum.

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About Canadian War Museum

The Canadian War Museum invites you to discover the military history of Canada. Through a vast collection of artifacts, moving personal stories, works of art, and unforgettable photography, explore the human conflicts that have shaped Canada, Canadians and the world.

With its prize-winning, richly symbolic architecture, the War Museum, located near downtown Ottawa, provides a spectacular setting for exhibitions, public programs and other events that illustrate the way in which human conflict, in Canada and around the globe, has changed the face of the world.

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