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
that peacekeeping has become a celebrated part of what Canada is as a nation and even who Canadians are as a people. Though some commentators, such Liberal-leadership hopeful Michael Ignatieff, bemoan the "peacekeeping paradigm," it remains an important part of the Canadian national identity. The evidence of this national embrace of peacekeeping is extensive. Almost 90 per cent of Canadians believe that Canada should
the strongest shows of prejudice the world had ever seen. Although several races were targeted, both on the homefront and overseas, the treatment of Japanese-Canadians during this time period was some of the most brutal and unfair in the history of Canada. Pre-war racial prejudice led to riots and enforced segregation towards all people of Japanese descent. The bombing at Pearl Harbour incited the government to take away all rights from the Japanese and label them as ‘enemy aliens’. As well, Japanese-Canadians