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What is the National War Memorial in Ottawa?
- A museum dedicated to Canada's military history
- A monument to Sir John A. Macdonald
- The headquarters of the Canadian Armed Forces
- A monument honouring Canadians who died in World War I, later expanded to honour all who served in Canadian wars
Why this is the correct answer
Built to honour Canadians who died in the First World War, the National War Memorial in Ottawa was unveiled in 1939. Over time its commemoration was broadened to honour all Canadians who served or died in any Canadian military conflict.