Monument to Fallen Diplomats
This monument honours the memory of Colonel Atilla Altıkat, Military Attaché of the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in Ottawa, who was assassinated at this crossroad on August 27, 1982 by terrorists.
This monument is dedicated to all diplomats and public servants who have fallen in foreign
service, and bears witness to the enduring principles of peace, freedom and co-existence
shared by Turkey and Canada.
The sphere and its perfect shape symbolize the eternal resting place of the fallen. Its large
open face is directed toward the "gateway of eternity", while its smaller extremity points toward
the earth, opening into the "gateway of time". The metal prisms represent those who have
made the ultimate sacrifice. The single prism located at the "gateway of time" pays special
tribute to Colonel Altıkat. May the souls of our fallen be blessed and may they rest in peace.
Artists: Azimet Karaman Sculptor, Levent Timurhan Architect, Reha Benderlioğlu Architect - Sculptor.

2012

2012

Construction of the monument, dismantled structured with steel trusses, increasing the rigidity of the acceleration of manufacturing, have been providing transportation and ease of installation.
A total of 29 tons. 7 m diameter 8.50 m height.
The outer face of the structure, the three-stage heat treatment 350 C thermal modification passing, recyclable, durable, long lasting,all weather conditions, rotting, microorganisms and against insects maximum resistance gained a massive, Thermo - hard iroko Solid Wood was used.

Republic of Turkey Minister of Foreign Affairs,
Artists: Azimet Karaman Sculptor, Levent Timurhan Architect, Reha Benderlioğlu Architect-sculptor,
Ottawa Contractor Ersin Ozerdinc-
Ottawa Electrical contractor İsmail Ozerdinc.

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Azimet Karaman