Remembering Vimy Ridge
Today marked the 93 anniversary of the battle of Vimy Ridge. This year’s ceremony was particularly solemn as it marked the end of an era with the death of John Babcock, Canada's last-known veteran of the “war to end all wars”, earlier this year. Vimy is seen by many historians as Canada’s ‘coming of age moment’ in which Canadian Nationalism was born. It was the first instance in Canadian History that all four Canadian divisions, made up of troops drawn from all parts of the country, fought cohesively. On a day in history where Canada experienced its coming of age, we pause to remember those who fought to ensure the freedom of our nation. View All of Stephen's Picks
