The Strength Of Canadian Identity

Canada could have left Britain alone to fight their own war, but Canada showed support and helped them unconditionally. Also the Canadian soldiers went through so much pain and agony in the battle and prison camps. Lastly Canada provided a great deal of hope and support to the once hopeless people in Hong Kong. All these points proves the strength of this red and white nation, and make them a memorable piece of our world history. We should honor and carry on the legacy that the deceased Canadian soldiers left in the trenches and war camps, so that their death was not in

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The Battle of Vimy Ridge, fought at some stage in the First World War, is a defining moment in Canadian history that continues to resonate profoundly. The war marked a turning point in Canadian records as the country emerged from British dominance and found its capability for greatness. The victory cemented the popularity of Canadian forces as ambitious and efficient opponents. But how did the Battle of Vimy Ridge change Canada? The Battle of Vimy Ridge passed off from April 9 to 12, 1917, as a part of the bigger Battle of Arras during the First World War.

Vimy Ridge is Canada’s most celebrated battle. Through immense preparation, dedication, bravery, loyalty, and devotion, our troops achieved the most significant victory of the first world war. This gave Canadians a sense of national pride, which united citizens. A strong feeling of real nationhood was established. Our troops were able to demonstrate their strengths in preparation and combat. This battle was a major turning point in WW1 for the Allies, and the war ended completely a year and a half subsequently. Vimy Ridge set Canada on the course to total sovereignty. It played a big role in defining our nation today, and led to the free country we now know. If Vimy Ridge had been lost, our country may not even exist right now. Numerous lives

Canada's much celebrated victory over the Germans during the Battle of Vimy Ridge in World War One was a huge step towards the country's independence. Canada came into the war as just another British colony and then left the war as a trusted member of the British Commonwealth. The Battle of Vimy Ridge was a huge turning point for Canada that will go down in history as how we made the change from colony to nation.

Canada’s military performance in various battles such as the Battle of Passchendaele and Vimy Ridge in World War I was epoch-making and it really illustrated our military strength. Canada was praised as a nation and our identity was impacted by World War I. The war efforts and Canada’s involvement with the war were exceptional. While there were many events in Canadian history that helped shape our nation, World War I remains the most significant

The battle of Vimy Ridge is so important to developing Canada’s identity because majority of the men who fought at Vimy were citizens of Canada, the battle was commanded by a Canadian, and Canadian soldiers were known as shock troops. The Battle of Vimy Ridge would be the first time all four divisions of the Canadian Corps worked together as one formation. The task fell to the Canadian army to take the ridge. Canadian troops were Fishermen from British Columbia, prairie farmers, workers from Ontario and Quebec, and miners from Nova Scotia prepared for battle. These men were regular people who proved that under extreme hardship, Canadians could get the job done. For Canada it was one of the defining events in our history where Canadian troops

TORONTO-- Coast to coast, Canadians celebrate military victory after the Battle of Vimy Ridge. A new sense of pride is born, after Canadian troops do the impossible and conquer the Ridge from the Germans, under the command of British General Sir Julian Byng and Canadian 1st division leader General Arthur Currie. This was the first time Canadian troops fought not under Britain, but as their own. They showed great military strength and courage for breaking through the impenetrable German defense. Canadian troops proved to Britain that Canada can strive without British control.

Canada transpired from the First World War as a dignified triumphant nation with a new prestige in the world. The battle of Vimy Ridge united the individuals of Canada to pursue a common cause, leading to victory and the establishment of the battle as a defining event in Canadian history; the conquest of Vimy would progress into the making of a fully independent and confederate country. When Canada became visible The battle of Vimy Ridge was the coming of age as a nation for Canada because it was one of the first times that all four divisions of the Canadian Corps came in union. Early Canadian nationalism developed due to the greater number of men who fought the battle were all varying races of Canadian citizens. The soldiers participating were widespread, coming from a variety of places as the prairie farms, West, East coast and central Canada. When the recruitment for soldiers began a surprisingly immersive amount of ordinary individuals volunteered, Anglophone,

Canadian identity wasn’t always stereotypically related to polar bears, maple syrup and beavers. Various movements in the 20th century began the development of Canadian identity. Aspects of Canadian society such as technology, peacekeeping and immigration gave Canada a distinct identity. Technology distinguished Canada as a developed nation amongst others with advanced transportation, communication and electricity. Peacekeeping is also an essential part in Canada's identity as it displays effort and desire for world peace, which is something many individuals embrace. Lastly, diversity in Canada is recognized worldwide and plays a major role in Canadian identity. Through technology, peacekeeping and immigration during the 20th century, Canadian

The battle of Passchendaele is important to Canada’s identity because it symbolizes the sacrifice Canada had to make, the legacy that Canada made and because it represents the Canadian valor. Canadians have made huge accomplishments through the battle of Passchendaele-It brought peace since the battle played a significant role in bringing World War I to an end and because achieving such great accomplishments came at a price. The success of the war was possible because of the sacrifice Canada had to make and because of the individual acts of heroism. Canadian soldiers had to endure exhausting months in trenches in terrible conditions, live in fear of possible surprise attacks from nearby enemies, develop trench’s feet, which is a nasty disease.

Many countries have tried but failed to capture this area. Both French and British armies tired but failed the Germans were too strong. This area was known as Vimy Ridge, which has many high hills and was located in France. The Germans had captured this area since September 1914, the Germans started to build artillery proof bunkers and trenches. Germanys had the advantage in every battle; Germanys had their bases on top of the long hills. Which lead them to look down on their enemies, which was easier for Germanys to kill their target. After countries failing to capture Vimy Ridge, Canada decided they were going to attempt to fight for Vimy Ridge. For the first time Britain asked for generals to lead Canada to victory for the battle of Vimy Ridge. Sir Julian Byng and Major Arthur Currie were asked to lead the Canadian Military to win the battle of Vimy Ridge. After months of practicing a strategy Canada was ready. April 1917, Canada went to battle with Germany for Vimy Ridge. This became one of the most devastating battles ¬in Canadian history. Canadians should remember that Vimy Ridge was not their triumph alone. British artillery and the elite 51st Highland Division helped make victory possible (Desmond Morton, Significance of Vimy Ridge). Vimy Ridge is considered a defining moment in Canadian history because, it was Canada’s first time using a general to plan tactics and strategy’s, Canada was the only country that succeeded on capturing Vimy Ridge, lastly all Canadian

Nationalism is an important aspect of national pride and identity for countries around the world. For example, Canada takes pride in its cultural identity, one that is claimed to be different from other ‘Western’ more ‘industrialized’ nations, such as countries in Europe, and the United States. Even though Canada currently has a national identity that differs greatly from that of other more established countries, history has dictated the way in which a particular national identity exists today. In Canada, Samuel De Champlain and the French established colonies that created a cultural clash between the French Europeans, and First-Nations Canadians within the country. However, this notion of French Canadian Nationalism isn’t necessarily embraced by all of the Canadian Population. This paper seeks to analyze important pieces of Canadian History that have contributed to a broken concept of what constitutes Canadian nationalism, with an emphasis on how historic events prevent and affect coherent Canadian Nationalism in modern society. Through the analysis of the notions and histories associated with ‘First-Nations Nationalism’, ‘Quebecois Nationalism’, and a broader ‘Anti-American’ identity embraced by many Canadians, this paper seeks to locate common ground within the culturally diverse Canadian population in order to progress toward a singular coherent

One of Canada’s largest military endeavors was the battle of Vimy Ridge during World War One. It was a fierce battle between Germans and Canadians. Canada was trying to take over the German controlled ridge, which ran from northwest to southwest between Lens and Arras, France. Its highest point was 145 feet above sea level, which was exceptionally helpful in battle because of the very flat landscape. Already over 200,000 men had fallen at Vimy, all desperately trying to take or defend this important and strategic ridge. As a result of its success in taking the ridge, Canada gained a lot more than just the strategic point. Canada was united as a nation, and the victory changed the way other counties viewed them. Canadians no longer

Canada’s identity comes in many shapes and forms. Multiculturalism has been adopted and is at the forefront of Canadian identity. Following the Second World War, Canada’s multiculturalism policies became more acceptable and even successful in, not only accepting, but inviting multiple ethnic cultures in. In contrast to other countries, multiculturalism adaptation works for the Canadian culture. Canadian policies on multiculturalism have shifted over the past few decades; policies are now implemented for integration, not discrimination.