Sir Isaac Brock is known as the Hero of Upper Canada, after he was killed in action in 1812 leading a British, Canadian and First Nation army to victory over an invading American army.
The Guernseyman remains a national icon in Canada where school children learn about the brilliant commander who inspired the admiration and loyalty of his troops through his courage, integrity and intelligence.
The family home of Sir Isaac Brock was a large house in the High Street and he was one of 14 children.
The Bailiff, Richard McMahon, along with members of the St Peter Port douzaine and Brock descendants gathered outside that home, now Boots, yesterday for the special commemoration.
Jenny Tasker, constable and douzenier, said Guernsey should be proud of its historical figures.
‘Every year on 13 October we come here to pull up a wreath to Major General Sir Isaac Brock, who lived here with his family. He wasn’t born here in this house, he was born further down the High Street, but we have the celebration here and we’re delighted to have members of the Brock family here today.
‘Major General Brock was known as the saviour of Canada and we think it’s important to celebrate that and continue to do that in their fight against the US.’
The legacy of Sir Isaac Brock continues to this day and he established a historical connection between Guernsey and Canada which became the strong basis for today’s relationship.
Brock University still offers scholarships to young people from Guernsey.
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