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Important Figures- Robert Borden
Robert Borden was the eight prime minister in Canada, From 1911 to 1920. He was best known for his outstanding leadership through out world war. Most of his plans were had either successful outcome aor were very thought through. He took initiative to do things precisely, -
Important Figures- Sir Wilfred Laurier
Sir Wilfred Laurier was the Prime Minister of Canada from 1911 to 1920. He was known for his great leadership and how he handled things while World War was going on. He made successful economic and social development and put Canada on the right track. -
Important Figures- Archduke Francis Ferdinand
Archduke Francis Ferdinand was the heir presumptive to the throne of Austria-Hungary. His wife and his assassination on June 29, 1914 is the reason why there was a "chain of treats and mobilization" made by civilians which led to war. They were killed by Bosnian student, Gavrilo Princip. -
The Second Battle of Ypres
The second battle of Ypres took place in Western Belgium in 1915. This was one go the major battles in the Great War and the first to ever use poison gas. With the sudden use of new technology Canadian troops had no idea what to do but their lives were at the stake. The only way they survived was by putting urine soaked clothes over their mouths and nose. It was quite unfair. -
The Somme
The Somme was one of the most cruel and useless battle in World War 1. In 1916 Britain and France declared war on Germany to capture land. After 4 months of war, Britain and France gained victory but got very little land which was not worth the death rate at all. At least 1.2 million soldiers were either injured or killed out of 3 million. -
Vimy Ridge
In April of 1917, Britain declared war on the German Empire. Canada being Britains best allies got involved. This was the first time all 4 divisions of Canadian Cops came together which made this specific war outstanding. Their mission was to capture the Germans high ground, the ridge. After 3 days of active rivalry, the Canadian Corps accomplished their given commands although there was a senseless amount of deaths of more than 10,600. Canada viewed this war as a symbol of pride and awareness. -
The Battle of Passchendaele
The Battle of Passchendaele also known as the third battle of Ypres took place in 1917. This was the muddiest battle in history and one of the battles with the highest death rate. It last up to 3 months from July to November until Britain and Canadian troops took the win. Even though they won and gained land, it was later on taken back from them which makes the battle pointless.