Vimy 2017
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Aussi disponible en français
Vimy : Au-delà de la bataille
9781988282077
Explore the lasting impact of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, 100 years later. This souvenir catalogue explores how perceptions of Vimy have evolved over the past century from a tactical battlefield victory in France to a nation-defining event. Understand the larger context of the Franco-British offensive—the preparation, the defenders, the capture of the ridge and its consequences. Then take a step back to examine the evolving memory of the battle in Canada over the last 100 years. It is a potent reminder of how we construct our past and shape our present through acts of commemoration.