Siege of Vimy Ridge

The Siege of Vimy Ridge took place during World War I in April 1917, when Canadian forces launched a coordinated assault on German defenses located on a strategic ridge in France. The Germans had heavily fortified the position, making it difficult for Allied troops to advance. Canadian soldiers meticulously planned and used innovative tactics, including extensive artillery preparation and coordinated infantry and tunneling efforts. The successful capture of Vimy Ridge was a significant victory, marking a turning point for Canadian military identity and demonstrating their effectiveness on the battlefield.