| Signal Hill National Historic Site | |
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| Description | Signal Hill has long been used for observation and communication. Here, signalmen surveyed the ocean for ships headed into St. John's harbour, years before the advent of ship-to-shore radio. From signal masts high atop the Hill, flags conveyed information on approaching vessels to military and mercantile interests in St. John's. Merchants then had plenty of time to prepare their docks for incoming vessels. With its obvious strategic location, Signal Hill became the site of harbour defences from the 18th century through the Second World War. Between 1898 to 1900, Cabot Tower, St. John's most visible landmark, was constructed in honour of Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee, and the 400th anniversary of John Cabot's ''Voyage of Discovery.'' The Tower was used for signalling until 1960. Today the tower contains exhibits describing Marconi's wireless reception at Signal Hill and a gift shop. Signal Hill and Cabot Tower have come to symbolize St. John's historic past. Signal Hill National Historic Site will introduce you to many of the most important and interesting aspects of that history. |
| Title | Signal Hill National Historic Site |
| Url | http://www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/nl/signalhill/natcul/histor.aspx |
| Category | Avalon Avalon > St. John's |
| Date | Nov 11, 2009 |
| Address | Signal Hill, A1C 5M9 |
| Phone | 1 (709) 772-5367 |
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