History
Canada in the World Wars
Canadians served with distinction in both World Wars. These conflicts helped define Canada as a nation and are commemorated on Remembrance Day.
Key facts
- ◆ In the First World War (1914--1918), more than 600,000 Canadians served.
- ◆ The Battle of Vimy Ridge in April 1917 is seen as a defining Canadian victory.
- ◆ In the Second World War (1939--1945), over one million Canadians served.
- ◆ Canadians landed at Juno Beach on D-Day, June 6, 1944.