Canada’s performance at Vimy showed that Canada was more than simply an extension of the British war effort. Canada conducted itself as an independent nation with its own army capable of launching a successful offensive. Canada's independent effort did not go unnoticed. Vimy Ridge allowed Canada to begin severing it’s British connection and act as an independent nation, internationally. The severing of the British connection allowed Canada to develop into the inclusive and multicultural national community Canadians and the world know and love today.
This question resonated with me as a Canadian of non-British descent.
Vimy Ridge was a remarkable moment in Canadian history, and I wanted to discover the role of my community at the battle.
I chose this question because this year is the 100th anniversary of Vimy Ridge and we have a Vimy Oak planted right here in Waterdown.
