The Young Memorial in King's Square, Saint John, New Brunswick, honours John Fredrick Young, who drowned while trying to save a young child, Freddie Mundee. The monument was erected in his memory and stands about 20 feet high, featuring a dome and a black iron cross. It is located in King's Square and serves as a poignant reminder of the tragic event that occurred on October 30, 1890.
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