Vimy Ridge Day

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2023 Date	April 9, 2023
2024 Date	April 9, 2024

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Vimy Ridge Day History

Vimy Ridge Day commemorates the victims of the Canadian Corps in the Battle of Vimy Ridge. This battle is considered by many to be the most celebrated military victory in Canadian History. The Battle of Vimy Ridge took place in France during the First World War from April 9th to April 12th in 1917. Four divisions of the Canadian Corps joined to fight together for the first time to capture territory that was held by the German Army. This led to one of the largest territorial advances by the Allied Forces in the war.

Vimy Ridge Day was established in 2003 by the government of Canada. It was advocated for by Korean war veteran Robert Manuel. It is observed annually on April 9th.

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On this #Vimy105 Day, we honor the sacrifice of the 7,000 wounded Canadians, and the 3,600 who gave their lives at the Battle of Vimy Ridge, which remains the bloodiest battle in Canadian history. https://t.co/96wEU26CHW
— CCGW/CCGG (@GreatWarCentre) April 9, 2022

Today is Vimy Ridge day. A position no one could take. 1917 was a bad year for the Allies. Russia left the war and Germany put its full might into the Western Front. The battle was the first occasion when the four divisions of the Canadian Expeditionary Force fought together. https://t.co/6eskCFiD5s
— Canadian Victoria Cross (@CanadianCross) April 9, 2022

It’s Vimy Ridge day, a good day to pause and remember those brave Canadian soldiers who fought on that day, in that war. If you’ve never been to see the memorial, it’s a trip you should make. ⁦@vimyfoundation⁩ https://t.co/uC0a6AwT1o
— Bob Weeks (@BobWeeksTSN) April 9, 2022

Vimy Ridge Day Facts

Four men were awarded Victoria Crosses for their bravery in the battle. The Victoria Cross is the highest and most prestigious award of the British armed forces. Those awarded for their bravery were:
-Private William Milne of the 16th Battalion
-Lance-Sergeant Ellis Sifton of the 18th Battalion
-Private John Pattison of the 50th Battalion
-Captain Thain MacDowell of the 38th Battalion
The Battle of Vimy Ridge was the first time all 4 divisions of the Canadian Corps attacked together in an organized formation.
According to veterans.gc.ca, out of the 100,000 Canadians who served in the battle of Vimy Ridge, there were 10,600 Canadian casualties and 3,600 deaths.

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Vimy Ridge Day Top Events and Things to Do

View and experience a virtual tour of the Vimy Memorial.
Visit the Canadian National Vimy Memorial in Vimy, France. It stands as tribute to all who served their country in battle during World War I.
Watch a movie or documentary illustrating the Battle of Vimy Ridge. Here are our suggestions:
How This Canadian Victory Over Germany Shaped Their Identity (2018)
Vimy Ridge: Heaven to Hell (2007)
The Battle of Vimy Ridge - Part 1: Setting the Stage (1997)

Vimy Ridge Day References and Related Sites

www.veterans.gc.ca: The Battle of Vimy Ridge

www.veterans.gc.ca: Battle of Vimy Ridge

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