The Battle of Vimy Ridge

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• For more than 2 years French and British forces tried to capture Vimy Ridge but were unsuccessful.
• In late 1916 Canadians were chosen to fight in the battle.

Where did it happen?

• Vimy, Pas-de-Calais France near the somme.

When did it happen?

• The battle started April, 9th 1917
• There were many events that happened before the battle started the start of Vimy Ridge was in 1914, when Germans took over the spot.

name 1 event that happend during the battle

• Canadians planned to attack in less than two hours they had their first objective.
• April, 10 Canadians captured Hill 145, which is the highest point of Vimy Ridge.
• April 12 Canadians took the last German position "the pimple"

What is Vimy Ridge?

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• A position near the Somme, a clear view surrounding countryside, supply routes and enemy positions

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• While the Canadians the army engineers built tunnels to move troops closer to the ridge.

What might have happened if Canada didnt fight Vimy Ridge?

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• The winner of the battle would have more of an advantage to be more successful in World War one.

Who fought in the Battle?

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• Germans
• Canadians
• British
• French

Who Won the Battle?

• The Canadians were victorious and had taken more ground, and more prisoners than the British.

How many were injured how many died?

More than 3500 men were killed and another 7000 were wounded

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• They wouldn't have had as much success, or national pride.
• Canadians would not have the reputation of being a fighting force.

How many days did the battle last?

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• April 9th 1917 to April 12th 1917

What is the relationship between Britain and Canada?

If Britian had to fight in a battle we were acted like Britian's back up we would send our troops out to help with the Battle.

How was the Vimy Ridge Battle unique?

Predict what would happen if the Canadians didn't win the battle?

Thank you!