Major Canadian Battles

Question 1

What was new about the Battle of Ypres?

Answer 1

Chlorine gas was introduced as a new weapon, Canada‘s first battle in war, Canadian troops gained respect

Question 2

Why did the allies attack at the Battle of Somme fail?

Answer 2

Despite heavy allied bombardment prior to the offensive, many German gun positions were still active. German Barbed wire was only slightly damaged

Question 3

Despite the lost at Somme, why was it a “victory” for Canada?

Answer 3

Canadian troops became feared by the enemy as skilled and deadly opponents

Question 4

Explain the preparations Canadian troops made prior to the Battle of Vimy Ridge:

Answer 4

General Arthur Carrie built a scale model of the area, had reconnaissance of enemy positions, make sure each division neither targets and practiced the offensive

Question 5

Why was the Allied victory at Passendale so expensive for Canada?

Answer 5

It destroyed drainage systems due to shelling and rain only gained 7km of territory that was taken back shortly after

Question 6

What role did women have in Canada’s war in France?

Answer 6

They were nurses, they worked in factories and filled labour shortages