Vimy is in France. It is north of Arras about 190 km north of Paris.
The children on the Canadian five dollar bill are part of the "Vimy Ridge" monument located in France. The monument commemorates the Battle of Vimy Ridge during World War I, which was a significant moment in Canadian history.
The battle of Vimy Ridge
Vimy Ridge was a victory for Canadians against the Germans and set up for the tactical British victory during the Battle of Arras.
The Germans never took Vimy Ridge. Vimy Ridge was actually captured by the Canadian Corps during the Battle of Vimy Ridge, which took place from April 9 to April 12, 1917, during World War I.
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At the Battle of Vimy Ridge in April 1917, four Canadian divisions participated: the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Divisions of the Canadian Expeditionary Force. This marked the first time all four divisions fought together as a unified force, contributing to the significant Canadian victory at the ridge. Their coordinated efforts and innovative tactics were pivotal in overcoming the challenging German defenses.
Canada lost 10,500 men at the battle of Vimy Ridge.
The Battle of Vimy Ridge
"Vimy" is a reference to Vimy Ridge in France. During most of World War One, Vimy Ridge was one of the toughest defenses held by Germany. Then in 1917, Canadian troops -- who had distinguished themselves as elite fighters -- took the ridge, pushing the Germans over the other side. The entire operation was a feat of military genius.How this is connected to a lighter from that era is anyone's guess.