Vimy

Canada is regarded as one of the most developed countries known to date in the 21th century, it could even be considered to rival even the United States. Canada could not have been standing where it is currently without a backbone to support it, that backbone is the 20th century. The 20th century did indeed belong to Canada as demonstrated by their participation in both World Wars, Canada’s increasing independence and how their economy had risen. Canada has earned the respect of other countries…

such as Vimy Ridge. The World War, also lead Canadian leaders to propel Canada toward greater autonomy.…

independence was gained through three major battles and conflicts Canada fought. These included the battle of Vimy Ridge, the D-Day landings, and the Suez Crisis. From a British colony, after World War one to it’s own nation after the second world war; Canada, today is its own nation. Throughout the major world war one battles, Canadians were gaining a positive reputation for themselves.The battle of Vimy Ridge was Canada's first significant step to…

Because of the achievements and sacrifices, we must embrace the perspective. Although we had not returned unscathed, our participation in World War 1 had led to a sense of nationhood. First, the Canadian citizens had eagerly volunteered in the war. The Canadian Patriotic Fund launched a fund for soldier’s families, despite that the inexperienced Canadian troops were heading to the Western Front of the war. Furthermore, during the beginnings of the Western Front, Germany’s new weapon, poison gas…

We chose this picture and text because this text perfectly match up with this painting. They express the same theme and idea. Moreover, we can have the same feeling by reading and looking at this text and poem. After I researched this picture, I know that the painter of this painting is Gyrth Russell, an Canada war artist. The main color in this picture is blue, and blue is a symbol of sadness. However, there are also some orange in this pictures as well. Orange is a symbol of hope. The…

There have been several moments in Canadian history that shaped our country economically, socially and politically. Canada as a nation continues to grow and each day, every moment, every second history is made. World War I was a time when Canada embraced as a nation. Canadian efforts during World War I was noteworthy and epoch making. World War I was one of the most deadly wars human history has ever seen. Canada’s contribution in World War I cannot be forgotten. Although there were many…

two values in Canada it would be nothing but a bunch of divided territories, another state in America or still a part of Great Britain. Some events that have taken place in history for Canada to coalesce and create its core values were the battle of Vimy Ridge, the 100 Days Battle, Balfour Declaration and Statute of Westminster. It is clear to see that without these events taking place in Canadian history it would not have as great of independence or unity within the country. The two core values…

of loss and grief, came the ever-slow separation from Great Britain. So, while Canada remained under it's motherland's foreign policy for the lifespan of the war, the uniting of Canadian soldiers with mutual mindsets, the victorious battles such as Vimy Ridge, and the seat we gained at the Paris Peace Conference all pushed Canada's wavering status to the brink of sovereignty. For the entirety of Canada's existence,…

bigger factor than any would suspect when it came to combat. One of the most famous victories in Canadian history was that of Vimy Ridge. Vimy Ridge was captured through unique strategies, and many sacrifices. This victory in particular sparked Canadian pride because of the respect gained from allies and enemies alike. "The achievements and sacrifices of our soldiers on Vimy Ridge helped forge Canada into the independent country that it is today. For that we honour them and eternally hold them…

left at home. John’s positive thoughts on the Battle of Vimy and questioning thoughts of the new American troops shows the attitude of many Canadian soldiers in 1917. Law describes an American he encountered as, “the typical bluffing flag waving patriotism type and took delight in rubbing our fur the wrong way. It doesn't do.” Canadians found the American troops to think of themselves as superior to others. However, many believed that Vimy finally proved Canadians…