Echoes of the Explosion: Isaac's Walk

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Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Isaac is a soldier of the 25th battalion currently recovering at the Camp Hill Hospital. He has misplaced an important photograph, and needs help finding it. Walk with Isaac as he remembers what happened the morning of December 6th, 1917.

This walking tour explores the true events of the Halifax Explosion, December 6th, 1917, through the eyes of a fictional character.

This story contains details of a graphic nature which some listeners may find disturbing.

IMPORTANT: During the COVID19 pandemic, users are responsible for remaining up to date on the latest public health recommendations provided by the provincial government. Please maintain social distancing and observe all applicable public health guidelines during this time, as ever. Stay safe.


Shanlon Gilbert
Shanlon Gilbert

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The Echoes


1. The Waterfront

*IMPORTANT* At the time of the release of this walk, Nova Scotia is in a state of emergency due to …

2. Historic Properties

2. Construction of the warehouses and buildings that make up historic properties date back to the Na…

3. Granville St.

7.The fire caused about 200 000 pounds worth of damage (Halifax still operated under British currenc…

4. The Blast

11. The first Citadel, a wooden blockhouse, was built in 1749. The second, a larger wooden blockhous…

5. The Commons

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6. Camp Hill Hospital

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7. The Citadel

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8. Grand Parade

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9. The Last Steps

46. To learn more about CSS Acadia’s role in the explosion, visit the Maritime Museum of the Atlanti…

10. Thank You

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