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I am doing a project on Vimy Ridge right now, and I believe it was important to the British and French because Vimy Ridge was a strong defensive point for the Germans. And with the capture it exposed German territory and put them on their heels Hope that helps,

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Who fought at the Battle of Vimy Ridge in ww1?

Canada, the UK and Germany


How many Australian's fought at the battle of Vimy Ridge?

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What year was the battle of vimy ridge fought?

Vimy Ridge was a subsidiary action of the larger Battle of Arras during World War One. Fought from April 9 to 12, 1917, it consisted of an offensive by the Canadian Corps (with significant support by the British 5th Infantry Division and supplementing British artillery and engineers) against elements of the German Sixth Army.


When did Battle of Vimy Ridge happen?

Battle of Vimy Ridge happened on 1917-04-09.


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the battle of Vimy Ridge,Somme, Ypres and Passchendaele


What is vimy day?

That is the anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge.


Who were the leaders for the battle of Vimy Ridge?

The leaders for the candains at vimy ridge where Julian Byng and Arthur Currie


In World War 1 what battles did Canada fight in?

They fought in: The Battle for Vimy Ridge The Battle of Somme The Battle of Ypres The Battle of Passchendaele and The Battle of Beaumont Hill


What was one major battle fought during World War 1?

battle of ypres somme vimy ridge passendale last 100 days


What weapons were used in the battle of vimy ridge?

Guns were the weapons used in the Battle of Vimy Ridge. In addition, the infantry troops also used canyons. The battle took place in 1917.


When did vimy ridge start and end?

The start of the battle of Vimy Ridge was April 9, 1917 and the end was April 12, 1917.


Who controlled vimy ridge?

At the begining of the battle, the Ridge was held by German troops.