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In 1914, trenches in western Europe extended. In late Autumn of 1916, the Canadians moved north, during the time they spent the winter of the war strengthening defences. Continuing invading from march had cost the Canadians 1,400 people killed or wounded, however, the knowledge they got helped the Canadians take Vimy objectives with less losses. A replica of the battle area was made so Canadians could exercise and prepare for the battle. The French, Germans and British had made a lot of tunnels under no man's land.
The battle of Vimy Ridge took place on the 9th of April 1917. Most of the battle took place in Northern France, the canadians carefully planned and rehearsed their attack. Leading up to the battle