Download or read book Canadian Battlefields 1915 1918 written by Terry Copp and published by Laurier Centre for Military, Strategic and Disarmament Studies. This book was released on 2011-11-03 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most of the world remembers the First World War as a time when, as historian Samuel Hynes put it, “innocent young men, their heads full of high abstractions like Honour, Glory, and England ... were slaughtered in stupid battles planned by stupid Generals.” English-speaking Canadians have for the most part accepted this view and supplemented it with an imaginative version of a war in which their soldiers won great victories and forged a new national identity. Both approaches have served to promote literary, political, and cultural agendas of such power that empirical studies of actual wartime events have had little impact on the historiography. A new generation of scholars has challenged those approaches, however, insisting that the reality of the war and the society that produced it are worthy of study. This guide to the Canadian battlefields in France and Belgium offers a brief critical history of the war and of Canada’s contribution, drawing attention to the best recent books on the subject. It focuses on the Ypres Salient, Passchendaele, Vimy, and the “Hundred Day”s battles and considers lesser-known battlefields as well. Battle maps, contemporary maps, photographs, war art, and tourist information enhance the reader experience.
Download or read book Canadian Battlefields of the First World War written by Terry Copp and published by Wilfrid Laurier University Press. This book was released on 2015-06-29 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revision of: Canadian battlefields 1915-1918: a visitor's guide / Terry Copp, Matt Symes, Nick Lachance. -- Waterloo, Ont.: LCMSDS, A2011.
Download or read book The Canadians in France 1915 1918 written by Harwood Elmes Robert Steele and published by . This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by the noted Canadian writer Harwood Steele MC, this history of the Canadian Army Corps provides detailed coverage of the four Canadian divisions and the "Corps troops" on the Western Front in World War I. There are detailed accounts of the Canadians at Second Ypres, Festubert, Givenchy, the Somme, Vimy Ridge, Passchendaele, Amiens, Cambrai and Mons. It is one of the best surveys of Canadian military operations in WWI.
Download or read book The Canadians at Cambrai and the Canal Du Nord September October 1918 written by N. M. Christie and published by Nepean, Ont. : CEF Books. This book was released on 1997 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Canada at War 1914 1918 written by John Castell Hopkins and published by . This book was released on 1919 with total page 532 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Over the Canadian Battlefields written by John Wesley Dafoe and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 1919 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the first days of March, 1919, I made hurriedly a pilgrimage that will be made in more leisurely manner by thousands of Canadians in coming years. For while the memory of the Great War endures and Canada retains her national consciousness, Canadians, generation after generation for centuries to come, will follow the Canadian way of glory over the battlefields of France and Flanders, with reverent hearts and shining eyes, learning anew the story of what will doubtless always remain the most romantic page in our national history. For lack of time I had to forego my visit to the bitter battlefields of Flanders: Ypres, where the Canadians held the line against all odds when German hopes for the Channel ports appeared for the moment to be on the point of fulfilment; Festubert, St. Eloi and Sanctuary Wood, the scenes of desperate encounters where the Canadians learned hard lessons in the art of beating the Boche; and Passchendaele, where the very doubtful and questionable Flanders campaign of 1917 had a victorious finale by the resounding achievement of the Canadian corps in capturing the ridge which had so long defied assault.
Download or read book Canadian Battlefields of the Second World War written by Terry Copp and published by Wilfrid Laurier University Press. This book was released on 2019-03-15 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A guidebook detailing the Canadian role in the 1944 Normandy Campaign during the Second World War as well as the 1942 Canadian raid on Dieppe. The book seeks to teach the history of these campaigns, while providing up to date information on how to visit and navigate these sites of Canada's national heritage."--
Download or read book Canadians at War written by Susan Evans Shaw and published by . This book was released on 2011-07-08 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ypres, the Somme, Vimy, Passchendaele, Amiens — to many, these are the names of battles far away and long ago. To thousands of soldiers, now gone, the battles were hard-fought and costly campaigns fraught with danger, pain, and tears. Today, these combat zones are trod by tourists in search of a connection with the past. Canadians at War follows the route of the Canadian Expeditionary Force from its first encounter with German forces at Neuve Chappelle to the site of the 1915 gas attack at St. Julien, from the Somme to Vimy and Passchendaele. In this informative guide, Susan Evans Shaw provides an historical overview of each battlefield as well as maps, photographs, and information on the memorials and cemeteries. The first book of its kind, Canadians at War fills a gap in heritage travel literature that has existed since the Armistice. Evans Shaw made her first visit to the battlefields of World War I in 2004, where she realized that there was a dearth of material for Canadians. Collaborating with photographer Jean Crankshaw, she created this book as a tribute to her grandfather, who was killed in action in 1918.
Download or read book Welcome to Flanders Fields written by Daniel George Dancocks and published by McClelland & Stewart. This book was released on 1989 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rich with historical detail, 'Welcome to Flanders Fields' recreates the atmosphere and events of The Second Battle of Ypres, and gives voice to the soldiers who, in a baptism by fire, gave their hearts and their lives in the Allied cause.
Download or read book Thirty Canadian V Cs 23d April 1915 to 30th March 1918 written by Theodore Goodridge Roberts and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-09-18 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The anthology 'Thirty Canadian V.Cs., 23d April 1915 to 30th March 1918' stitches together an illuminating tapestry of bravery, sacrifice, and heroism through the harrowing times of World War I, as seen and experienced by Canadian soldiers. With a diverse array of literary styles, from firsthand accounts to meticulously researched historical analyses, this collection magnifies the personal valor and collective might shown by Canadians during a significant period in military history. By providing a varied literary contextranging from soldiers diaries to academic essaysit invites readers to explore the multifaceted nature of war and valor, making it a seminal compilation in the study of Canadian military history and the Victoria Cross recipients. The authors, including seasoned military historian Stuart Martin, alongside contributions from the Canadian War Records Office and notable writers such as Theodore Goodridge Roberts and Robin Richards, bring to life the era's geopolitical tensions, societal values, and the individual's role within these grand narratives. Together, they form a chorus of perspectives highlighting the cultural and historical significance of the Canadian forces' contributions, rightfully positioning them within the broader discussions of World War I's legacy. This anthology, therefore, is not merely a collection of war stories but a critical examination of the Canadian identity in times of conflict. 'Reading 'Thirty Canadian V.Cs., 23d April 1915 to 30th March 1918' will transport the audience into the trenches with the soldiers, allow them to grasp the gravity of the sacrifices made, and understand the immense pride these actions instilled back home. It is an essential volume for anyone keen on exploring the vast landscapes of military valor, Canadian heritage, and the stark realities of war through a prism of varied literary forms. This collection offers an unprecedented opportunity to engage with history, learn from it, and appreciate the breadth of perspectives it encapsulates. It is highly recommended for scholars, students, and any reader eager to delve into the depths of Canadian military history and its heroic figures.
Download or read book Canada at War written by John Castell Hopkins and published by Canadian Annual Review Limited. This book was released on 1919 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Canadians at War written by Susan Evans Shaw and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shortlisted, Hamilton Literary Award (Non-Fiction) Ypres, the Somme, Vimy, Passchendaele, Amiens -- to many, these are the names of battles far away and long ago. To thousands of soldiers, now gone, the battles were hard-fought and costly campaigns fraught with danger, pain, and tears. Today, these combat zones are trod by tourists in search of a connection with the past. Canadians at War follows the route of the Canadian Expeditionary Force from its first encounter with German forces at Neuve Chappelle to the site of the 1915 gas attack at St. Julien, from the Somme to Vimy and Passchendaele. In this informative guide, Susan Evans Shaw provides an historical overview of each battlefield as well as maps, photographs, and information on the memorials and cemeteries. The first book of its kind, Canadians at War fills a gap in heritage travel literature that has existed since the Armistice. Evans Shaw made her first visit to the battlefields of World War I in 2004, where she realized that there was a dearth of material for Canadians. Collaborating with photographer Jean Crankshaw, she created this book as a tribute to her grandfather, who was killed in action in 1918.
Download or read book The Canadian Battlefields in Italy written by Eric McGeer and published by Laurier Centre for Military, Strategic and Disarmament Studies. This book was released on 2010-08-09 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The third of the LCMSDS battlefield guides to concentrate on the Canadian forces in Italy, The Canadian Battlefields in Italy: The Gothic Line and the Battle of the Rivers continues the journey through the Gothic Line, Canada’s greatest battle of the Italian Campaign, and on to Ravenna, where Canadian soldiers fought doggedly against the enemy and the elements in a remote corner of the war. The guidebook offers a broad introduction to the campaigns, concise summaries of each stage of the fighting, and itineraries that allow Canadian visitors to explore the battles from the most important perspective—the physical setting itself. Three-dimensional maps familiarize readers with the landscape and features that affected the course of the battles, while contemporary photos and war art recapture the scene as contemporaries saw it.
Download or read book The Canadians in France 1915 1918 microform written by Harwood Steele and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the heroic actions of Canadian soldiers during World War I in this riveting account of their experiences in France. Harwood Steele brings to life the battles, the camaraderie, and the sacrifice of these brave men who fought for their country and their fellow soldiers. With detailed maps and photographs, this book is an essential addition to any World War I history collection. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book Other Canadian Battlefields of the Great War 1916 17 written by N. M. Christie and published by Cef Books. This book was released on 2007 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Canadians at Ypres April 1915 written by Christie, N. M and published by Nepean, ON : CEF Books. This book was released on 1999 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Canadians in Battle 1915 1918 written by Duguid, A. Fortescue (Archer Fortescue) 1887-ca. 1975 and published by Ontario? : s.n.. This book was released on 1935 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
