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Photograph depicts a view from inside the boat as the ocean liner RMS Empress of Asia approaches Victoria. Onboard are troops returning from service in the Great War.

Photograph depicts a scene from the Peace Day Parade in 1919. This event was organized to celebrate the signing of the Treaty of Versailles which took place a few weeks before. The event was hugely successful with an estimated 30,000 people in attendance. This particular snapshot was taken on the corners of Belleville and Government streets. The float in this picture was known as the 'Soldiers' Tribute Float' and is a memorial to the lost soldiers in the Great War. It features a plain broken column.

Photograph depicts crowds of civilians outside the provincial parliament in Victoria. They are gathered to celebrate the signing of the Treaty of Versailles which happened a few weeks prior. The front of the parliament buildings are decorated with the flags of the Allies (Canada Red Ensign, Belgium, France, United Kingdom, United States, Italy and Japan). A special sign above the entrance to parliament also reads "PEACE WITH HONOR".

Photograph depicts soldiers from Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry ready to board the Princess Mary at the CPR station in Victoria's harbour. This group would be part of Canada's 2nd Contingent. They are joined by many civilians sending them off.

Photograph depicts a scene on the docks in Victoria in which newly returned soldiers mingle with family and friends. It is unknown which battalion(s) or regiment(s) are pictured in this photograph.

Photograph depicts the SS Princess Patricia entering the CPR station at Victoria's Inner Harbour. The troops on board are returning home after having served abroad in the Great War. It is unknown which battalion(s) or regiment(s) are pictured in this photograph.

Photograph depicts a scene on the CPR station docks in Victoria. Newly returned soldiers mingle with family and friends for the first time since leaving to serve in the Great War. It is unknown which battalion(s) or regiment(s) are pictured in this photograph.

Photograph depicts a soldier from the Canadian Engineers at Willows Camp shortly after arriving home following his service in the Great War. Four overseas chevrons are visible on his right sleeve, representing four years of service in the Great War (1915-1919). The Canadian Engineers patch (CE) is also visible at the top of his sleeve. He also wears a brassard which is little more difficult to identify, however it likely represents a specialization in the Engineer corps such as signalling.

Photograph depicts General Officer Commanding of Military District 11 Major-General Leckie addressing troops newly arrived in Victoria. They are on the pier surrounding the CPR station in Victoria. Family and friends wait on the sidelines before they can reunite with the soldiers, some of whom had been away for years fighting in the Great War.

Photograph depicts the RMS Empress of Asia at sea. The ship is carrying soldiers returning from the Great War.

Photograph depicts soldiers aboard the RMS Empress of Asia on their way home to Victoria following the Great War. The soldiers are from various regiments and units.

Photograph depicts the CPR ocean liner RMS Empress of Asia carrying soldiers who have just returned from service in the Great War. They are on their way to Victoria, B.C.

Photograph depicts the CPR ocean liner RMS Empress of Asia. This ship is carrying soldiers returning to Victoria following their participation in the Great War.

Photograph depicts the corner of Government and Belleville streets during the Peace Day Parade celebrating the signing of the Treaty of Versailles which took place a few weeks before. The event was attended by some 30,000 people. This snapshot features members of the Imperial Order Daughters of the Empire participating in the parade. About a dozen cars carrying members of different chapters participated in the parade. The cars are decorated with laurel crowns that hang off British flags.

Photograph depicts the corner of Government and Belleville streets during the Peace Day celebrations of 1919. This event celebrated the signing of the Treaty of Versailles which took place a few weeks prior. In this particular snapshot, floats related to agriculture make their way down the parade street. The Daily Colonist newspaper (20-07-1919) wrote: "The vacant lot cultivation float of Victoria City was a good indication of the work done to increase production. Every description of produce grown on the Island was displayed, and posters gave details of the work done."

Photograph depicts the corner of Belleville and Government streets during the Peace Day celebrations of 1919. This event celebrated the signing of the Treaty of Versailles which took place a few weeks prior. In this particular picture, veteran soldiers march in the parade.

Photograph depicts staff of a discharge depot at Work Point Barracks. Female volunteers from the Imperial Order Daughters of the Empire can be seen in the photo.

Photograph depicts staff of a discharge depot at Work Point Barracks. Female volunteers from the Imperial Order Daughters of the Empire can be seen in the photo.

Photograph depicts Major-General R.G.E. Leckie with other high-ranking officers at Work Point Barracks.

Photograph depicts Major-General R.G.E. Leckie with other high-ranking officers at Work Point Barracks.

Photograph depicts a marching band followed by soldiers from the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles parading in front of the Provincial Legislature after finally returning home to Victoria following the events of the First World War.

Photograph depicts a parade of local soldiers following the arrival of the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles after many years at war. They are marching on Government street where many spectators line the streets.

Photograph depicts a returned soldier in uniform with the rank of Corporal. His name and regiment is unknown, though the photographer has scribbled the name "Spencer" on the original box label.

Photograph depicts NCOs, warrant officers and a commanding officer from the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles (B.C. Horse) posing for a group photograph. Also in the photo are 4 dogs, presumably mascots.

Photograph depicts the SS Princess Patricia entering the CPR station at Victoria's Inner Harbour. The troops on board are returning home after having served abroad in the Great War. It is unknown which battalion(s) or regiment(s) are pictured in this photograph.

Photograph depicts the main deck of the SS Princess Patricia as passengers begin to disembark via the platform. On board are soldiers returning from service in the Great War, alongside regular passengers of the Vancouver-Victoria ferry service.

Photograph depicts artillery soldiers assembled on the pier at Victoria's CPR station, having just arrived from Vancouver. These are some of the first pictures of the men since returning home from the Great War.

Photograph depicts a view of the bow of the RMS Empress of Asia. The ship slowly approaches Victoria carrying soldiers from different regiments and units. They are returning home after having fought in the Great War.

Photograph depicts soldiers aboard the RMS Empress of Asia on their way home to Victoria following the Great War. The soldiers crowd around an officer (wearing the open collared coat with shirt and tie) who speaks to them.