Canadian Corps

The Canadian Corps was a military formation of the Canadian Expeditionary Force that fought with distinction during World War I. It was formed in April 1917, comprising four Canadian divisions, and fought together for the first time capturing Vimy Ridge in France. This corps earned an enviable record and represented Canada's first authentic expression on the world stage, signifying that Canada could not be treated as a mere colony. The corps also achieved notable tactical victories, such as the Battle of Cambrai in 1918, where they skillfully utilized military engineers. The cost of the war was high for Canada, with approximately 60,000 killed and 173,000 wounded out of 625,000 who served.12