Canada’s role at the Battle of Vimy Ridge was the first key step in Canada’s road to independence. It is a battle regarded for its symbolism as it helped develop a unique identity amongst Canadians and put Canada on the map as a true and capable fighting force. Canada encountered a turning point in Canadian military history when Arthur Currie was appointed as military general on April 9, 1917 - It was through his rigorous and extensive preparation that led to great confidence amongst soldiers. Germany
on April 9, 1917, the famous and significant Canadian-fought battle of Vimy Ridge took place. This strategic ridge that was German-held, was located in northeastern France, and it provided a clear view for tens of kilometers in all directions. The open view allowed the men to see the battlefield below, and that made Vimy a popular and requested ridge, which explains why the British and French had tried to take over the ridge before the Canadians. The Canadians devised a plan to use artillery barrage
The Significance of Conscription In WW1 Robert Borden’s proposal of conscripting men between the ages of 20 and 45 surely aroused a conflict in the nation, but it would have been immoral and inconsiderate of individuals to refuse to help their people. It is wrong that fear prevailed altruism which urges people to be self righteous and have a desire to do good. As a citizen, Canadians should do the best of their ability to protect their country and show nationalism, even at the expense of going to
The Vimy Ridge war, starting on April 19th 1917, had costed hundreds and thousands lives of adolescent, stouthearted soldiers on the first day alone. The Vimy ridge victory shaped a Canadian way of making war. There were proximate to a hundred thousand Canadians that battled their way through tunnels and trenches. The Canadian Corporation was authoritatively mandated to seize Vimy Ridge in April 1917. Located in northern France, the heavily-fortified seven-kilometre ridge held a fair view over