In 1942, the Toronto Star published a front-page article, “Arthur Village Gives Sons and Money to Aid the War.”It recognized Arthur, Ontario, as the Most Patriotic Village in Canada. One out of every seven Arthur residents fought in the Second World War. It was the highest ratio compared to villages of comparable sizes in Canada.

In 2002, Arthur received this recognition after David Tilson, the M.P.P. for Dufferin-Peel-Wellington-Grey, stated in the Ontario Legislature of Arthur’s extraordinary effort in World War II.

The sacrifice of these soldiers is honoured by the Cenotaph of Arthur, located in the heart of Arthur.

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