The Battle of Vimy Ridge.

"The winning of the Ridge gave every man a feeling of pride. A national spirit was born; we were Canadian and could do a good job of paddling our own canoe." These are the enthusiastic words spoken by one Canadian soldier about the Battle of Vimy Ridge on February 1917. The battle of Vimy Ridge was fought under the command of newly appointed General Arthur Currie who prepared the Canadian troops for battle. It was the …

…Canada had proved to itself and the world that it was entirely capable of fending for itself in times of war and turmoil. Whether one was an Imperialist, or Nationalist, they still experienced a sense of pride. The pride of being Canadian. Vimy Ridge is often called a Canadian Milestone. It brought world recognition to Canada from other nations, and a strong sense of patriotism in Canada from all citizens, racial and political differences aside.