CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. — The City of Charlottetown invites the public to explore the history of the Army Cadet program in the latest exhibit, “Picturing A City: Cadets”. A partnership between the Planning and Heritage Department and the Prince Edward Island Regiment Museum, the display features both images and numerous artifacts.
The Cadet program in Charlottetown originated with the Boys Brigades of the late 1800s. Many Charlottetown residents participated in army, sea and air cadets though their schools and post-secondary education. The program originally focused on military training and thousands of Canadian cadets went on to serve during the First World War and Second World War. However, other qualities, such as leadership and community service, were also concentrated on, particularly as the years passed.
Traditionally a male-dominated group, in 1975, young women were permitted entry. The cadet program is still active to this day.
Everyone is welcome to come and view the display in the storefront windows of the Planning and Heritage Department at 233 Queen Street. The exhibit runs until Monday, Dec. 9.
Heritage staff appreciates the individuals and organizations who donate images and artifacts to make these exhibits possible. These donations allow the history of the city to be shared with the public and promotes its rich heritage. For more information on donating photos or allowing City’s Heritage staff to scan images to be used in a future display, contact the Planning and Heritage Department at 902-629-4051.
Past exhibits can be found at charlottetownstories.wordpress.com.
