The Eucharistic Crusade was a social movement that began in 1914 to strengthen children’s Catholic faith. They would attain three different spiritual levels—page, crusader and knight—according to their progress. This image shows young Crusaders, perhaps gathering to perform the regular religious-themed educational games and exercises.

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.

Young Crusaders at the turn of the 1950s

Auteur inconnu The Eucharistic Crusade was a social movement that began in 1914 to strengthen children’s Catholic faith. They would attain three different spiritual levels—page, crusader and knight—according to their progress. This image shows young Crusaders, perhaps gathering to perform the regular religious-themed educational games and exercises.

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Depicted period: 1950

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