At the base of Citadel Hill stands the city’s most recognized landmark, the Old Town Clock. The clock was a gift in 1803 from Edward, the British Duke of Kent and then military commander, who had a passion for punctuality.

Recorded Canadian history, while short relative to much of the world, is full of intrigue. Colourful, dramatic, tragic, and wonderful occurrences and stories abound. Much of it has been well documented by historians and writers for those who wish to delve further.