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Experience Vimy - Introduction Video

Experience Vimy - Introduction Video

Canadian National Vimy Memorial Canada's most impressive tribute overseas to those Canadians who fought and gave their lives in the First World War

Vimy 1917-2017 : Be part of history - Visitor Education Centre

Vimy 1917-2017 : Be part of history - Visitor Education Centre

Today I would like to introduce you to our new Visitor Centre that will open to the public as of April 10th.

Vimy 1917-2017 : New Visitor Education Centre - France

Vimy 1917-2017 : New Visitor Education Centre - France

The breathtaking Canadian National Vimy Memorial, designed by Canadian sculptor and architect Walter Allward, stands as a tribute to all Canadians who served during the First World War.

Vimy Monument

Vimy Monument

Canada's most impressive overseas war monument is the majestic Canadian National Vimy Memorial. It is dedicated to Canadians who fought and gave their lives in the First World War.

Planning for Vimy

Planning for Vimy

The Canadians trained rigorously before the battle. Models of the trench systems were built and the soldiers drilled on what to do.

Observation Group

Observation Group

The Allies used observation balloons and reconnaissance planes to gather important information on the German positions.

Canadian Railway Troop

Canadian Railway Troop

Efficiently getting soldiers and supplies to the front lines was very important. Rail tracks were laid to aid the Canadians in the battle.

Vimy Preparation

Vimy Preparation

The Canadians spent the entire winter strengthening their lines and preparing for the assault on Vimy.

Move to Vimy

Move to Vimy

The Canadians moved to the front lines across from Vimy Ridge in the late autumn of 1916.

The Battle of Vimy Ridge 100th Anniversary

The Battle of Vimy Ridge 100th Anniversary

100th Anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge

The sculptor’s tools

The sculptor’s tools

A window on Canada’s First World War Visitor Education Centre, Vimy, France.

100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge

100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge

April 9, 2017

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