St. James-on-the-Lines 1836
1836
Text from the plaque
This garrison church was erected 1836-38 on the Penetanguishene military reserve. It was also attended by military pensioners and civilians since, until the 1870's, it housed the only Protestant congregation in the vicinity. Building funds were obtained largely through the exertions of the local naval commandant, Captain John Moberly, R.N. The first rector, Reverend Geo. Hallen, held the post for thirty-six years. Many of the community's pioneers and military leaders are buried in its cemetery.
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The County of Simcoe
The Town of Penetanguishene
In front of the church on the NE corner of Church Street and Cambridge Street
Also recorded for this place: The County of Simcoe