Work continues toward Newfoundland and Labrador establishing its own Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

As first announced last July, the tomb will be part of work to refurbish the National War Memorial on Duckworth Street in downtown St. John’s.

The National War Memorial was officially unveiled on July 1st, 1924 in honour of the sacrifices made in World War I and various conflicts to that time.

Since then, it has served as a memorial for all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians who served their country before and after Confederation.

The scope of work includes restoration of the existing granite monument, replacement of the concrete stairs, new concrete walkways, steps, cubs and metal railing and new and upgraded electrical lighting as well as the planting of trees, shrubs and flowers.

The repatriation of an unknown First World War Solider from Northern France is part of the National War Memorial Centennial Project to be unveiled next July 1st, 2024.