Agira Canadian War Cemetery — Attraction in Agira

One of the most peaceful and beautiful cemeteries I have visited. It is truly well cared for by the local Sicilians, for which I will always be thankful. Every time I am deployed to Sicily I make a 'pilgrimage' to this very sacred place, and take time to reflect on the sacrifice of those who lay there and those who served in Italy, and returned home bearing the scars of their service. I remain forever grateful for their dedication and sacrifice, and for the care that Sicily and Italy have shown for our fallen. We Will...

On March 30, 2024 my sister and I visited this beautiful cemetery. We came from Canada to spread some of our mother’s ashes on the grave of her beloved first husband, Frank Hall. Lt. Hall (age 32) was killed in August, 1943, during the Allied invasion of Sicily. This lovely cemetery, where so many Canadian soldiers lie, is a fitting memorial of their bravery and sacrifices, and is a reminder of the price paid by so many for the liberties we...

I have visited the Agira Canadian War Cemetery almost every year for the past 15 years.

Visiting here always makes me proud to be Canadian and so grateful for the sacrifices made by these fallen soldiers, the youngest of which was just 17 years of age.

In a troubled world, this 81 year old cemetery remains a peaceful place for refection. I encourage...