This image, originally taken by William Ivor Castle in October 1916, captures Canadian soldiers heading to the front line of the Battle of the Somme.<\/p>\n
Residents can take a closer look at the stories of local men and women who served during wartime at a pair of special Remembrance Day events taking place in Brampton this week.<\/p>\n
The Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) is inviting the public to explore the region\u2019s history of military service and sacrifice through its program, Peel Remembers: A Legacy of Service and Sacrifice.<\/p>\n
The events will take place November 5 and 7 in PAMA\u2019s Archives Reading Room, offering visitors an opportunity to connect with the people and experiences preserved in the region\u2019s historical collections.<\/p>\n
The program will draw on archival photographs, personal letters, wartime posters and historical records to help tell the stories of Peel residents who experienced conflict across generations.<\/p>\n
The drop-in event will cover a lengthy period of history, beginning with the War of 1812 and extending through the Cold War. Visitors will be able to see how international conflicts affected people living in Peel and learn more about the experiences of those whose stories have been preserved in the archives.<\/p>\n
PAMA says the event will be led by archivists, who will help visitors explore the historical material and better understand the sacrifices made by members of the community.<\/p>\n
The Archives Reading Room is located at 9 Wellington St. East in downtown Brampton. Admission to the archives is free, while access to PAMA\u2019s Museum and Art Gallery is available with paid admission.<\/p>\n
The two sessions offer different opportunities for people with varying schedules to take part. The November 5 session runs from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., while the November 7 event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Both are drop-in events, and visitors do not have to pay admission to access the archives.<\/p>\n
Remembrance Day is observed annually on November 11 to honour Canadians who served and those who died in military conflicts. PAMA\u2019s program offers an opportunity to reflect on that history through the experiences of people who lived in Peel, bringing a local perspective to events that shaped Canada and the world.<\/p>\n
More information about the events is available through PAMA\u2019s website. Residents with questions can also contact PAMA at 905-791-4055, ext. 3630.<\/p>\n