St. Stephen's War Memorials 
St. Stephen, New Brunswick.
It was decided to construct the monument of gray granite and place a "soldier" on the top. The names of those who gave their lives are engraved on bronze plaques. The monument was completed in 1926 and dedicated on June 20, 1926. For a number of years the grounds were maintained by the Legion and the Town of St. Stephen. In 1960, the deed for the land was given to St. Croix Branch #9, Royal Canadian Legion. After World War II, it was decided to add an addition to the monument. The "soldier" was removed, and a further granite stone was added to carry the names of those who gave their lives in World War II and Korea. These names are engraved on bronze tablets. The "soldier" was then replaced. It should be noted that Comrades from other points in Charlotte County attended the unveiling on June 20, 1926. Also in attendance was Comrade William Metcalf, V.C., a life member of the branch. Comrade Metcalf was from Princeton, Maine, a short distance from St. Stephen. It should also be noted that this Memorial is ranked second among the War Memorials in Canada.
The purchase of the small flags began to become very expensive and they only lasted for a short time. Comrade Phil Grimmer and his family offered to place a permanent stone at the entrance of the St. Stephen Rural Cemetery to honour all veterans who are buried in the Cemetery. This was greatly accepted by the members of the Branch. The stone is of red granite and suitably inscribed. A memorial and dedication ceremony was held in the summer of 1995, conducted by the Chaplin, Comrade Doug Dougherty. The members of the Branch and the Ladies Auxiliary attended the service, as well as the general public. The flag staff carries the New Brunswick Flag, the Canadian Flag and the Union Jack. The small flags are still placed on the veterans' graves in the many rural cemeteries in the area.
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