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Monument à Norman Bethune
1977
Presentation of the artwork
The monument is situated in Place Norman-Bethune, at the corner of Boulevard De Maisonneuve and Rue Guy. In a house in this neighbourhood, Norman Bethune organized painting classes for disadvantaged children. The marble artwork is a life-size statue of the likeness of Norman Bethune. He is portrayed walking in his military uniform with his operating gown worn over top. Like classic statuary and works of socialist realism, the figure is presented as a hero. His determined expression and serious face convey the values of commitment and idealism.
Associated events
In 1976, the People’s Republic of China gave this monument to the Ville de Montréal. Having worked as a surgeon during the invasion of China by Japan, Norman Bethune is considered a national hero in China, and the Chinese people worship him. He was also a surgeon at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Montréal. 
Crédit photo: Guy L'Heureux, 2012
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Presentation of the artwork
The monument is situated in Place Norman-Bethune, at the corner of Boulevard De Maisonneuve and Rue Guy. In a house in this neighbourhood, Norman Bethune organized painting classes for disadvantaged children. The marble artwork is a life-size statue of the likeness of Norman Bethune. He is portrayed walking in his military uniform with his operating gown worn over top. Like classic statuary and works of socialist realism, the figure is presented as a hero. His determined expression and serious face convey the values of commitment and idealism.
Associated events
In 1976, the People’s Republic of China gave this monument to the Ville de Montréal. Having worked as a surgeon during the invasion of China by Japan, Norman Bethune is considered a national hero in China, and the Chinese people worship him. He was also a surgeon at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Montréal.
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