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The Zouaves participated in most of the processions through the streets of Charlesbourg in the 20th century. On these occasions, the officers wore light-coloured uniforms, while the soldiers were dressed in grey wool. As trumpets sounded, the soldiers saluted those who had gathered.
1920 - 1954

Religious life in Charlesbourg

Just as it was in so many Quebec communities, life in Charlesbourg in the early 20th century was shaped by Catholic religious life. In Trait-Carré, Charlesbourg’s historic centre, stands Saint-Charles-Borromée Church, which was built in 1830. From 1904 to 1962, the Marist Brothers were responsible for educating young boys at the Académie de Charlesbourg. A corps of Zouave cadets was formed in 1923, followed by adult Zouaves in 1948. The Zouaves were present at all public processions, underlining their allegiance to the Pope. The Société d’histoire de Charlesbourg invites you to immerse yourself in the past.

Zouave parade

Auteur inconnu The Zouaves participated in most of the processions through the streets of Charlesbourg in the 20th century. On these occasions, the officers wore light-coloured uniforms, while the soldiers were dressed in grey wool. As trumpets sounded, the soldiers saluted those who had gathered.
Chronoscope Can you date this image? (unilingual French for a limited time) Source: Société d’histoire de Charlesbourg Document in the public domain (free of copyright) - Société d'histoire de Charlesbourg - Date: 1920