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Mae Belle Sampson, Katherine MacDonald, and Nurses Overseas
Before they met their unfortunate death, they were able to tend to 15,000 troops’ care. This is marked as +2 progress due to the fact that in today’s society, we understand the importance of healthcare on the battlefield and in everyday life. Not only that, but they paved the way for greater opportunities for women in the field of nursing and advancing healthcare and participation in the war. +2 progress. -
Francis Pegahmagabow and First Nations Soldiers
The evidence about Francis Pegahmmagabow, an Ojibwa from Canada, a soldier who made a name for himself as a renowned sniper and is recognized as a leader in today’s society is proof of progress and excellence. Soldiers went through many challenges and sacrifices, but Francis is proof that many of them stood their ground and showcased the capabilities of First Nations. +1 Progress. -
Leo Le Boutillier, Thomas-Louis Tremblay, and French Canadian Soldiers
French Canadian soldiers were often alienated within the armed forces because they had troubles reading the English manuals. However, the formation of the 22nd Battalion allowed many French Canadian soldiers to be promoted in higher ranks. This unit was involved in the Battle of Somme in 1916. At the Somme, they joined the NewFoundland Regiment where they lost a huge amount of men. However, the French Canadian soldiers stood their ground and showcased their bravery and perseverance. +2 progress. -
Jeremiah Jones and other Black Canadian Soldiers
Jeremiah Jones enlisted in the 106th overseas battalion. At Vimy Ridge, he was among 16 black soldiers assigned to the Royal Canadian Regiment. During the Battle of Vimy Ridge in 1917, Jones rescued his unit from an enemy machine gun nest. His heroic actions contributed to one of Canada’s victories in WWI and challenged racial prejudices and stereotypes, or in other words, he proved that a black man can accomplish the same thing as a white man. +2 progress. -
The Battle of Passchendaele
On July 31st, the British planned to attack the Germans and take over the Passchendaele ridge. The commander of the British force Douglas Haig commanded the Canadians to ensure victory. Therefore, they came home victorious. However, Canada’s great victory at Passchendaele came at a great price. More than 4,000 soldiers died fighting and almost 12,000 were found wounded. This marks a neutral period of time considering the fact that they won the battle but lost numerous men in the process.