The battles during WW1 defined Canada as a nation. Prior to WW1, it was merely a Federation in name (i.e. a collection of provinces that united to form a country) but did not have the soul of a nation. read more
Battle of Somme - to my understanding - is the deadliest engagement until that time (and perhaps till today) ever experienced by a Canadian military unit. The First Newfoundland Regiment (although wasn’t part of Canada at that time) was nearly annihilated with only 68 people reporting for roll call after the battle. read more
In Conclusion, the Battle of the Somme was important as it helped change the British military tactics to be more suited for the modern era, even if it took over a million lifes at the end of the battle, leaving the army weakened and the public forever shocked. read more
Battle of the Somme. Few words conjure the futility and the staggering losses of the First World War like the Somme. In the summer of 1916 the British launched a major offensive against German lines. The battle lasted five months, killed or wounded approximately 1.2 million men, and produced little gains. read more