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Canadian Rifles and VCs Memorials, Passchendaele
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Canadian Rifles and VCs Memorials, Passchendaele
Three flat black marble plaques mark the part played by the 3rd Canadian Division, the 4th Canadian Mounted Rifles and the 3rd (Toronto) Battalion in actions around Vine Cottage and Wolfe Copse during the 2nd Battle of Passchendaele. They were inaugurated in June 2014. Date: 2016
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2014 2016 Actions Battalion Copse Cottage Division Flat Ieper Inaugurated Marble Mark Memorials Mounted Passchendaele Plaques Played Rifles They Three Toronto Vine Wolfe Ypres
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In this poignant photograph, three flat black marble plaques stand proudly against the backdrop of the rolling hills of Passchendaele in Belgium. These memorials, inaugurated in June 2014, mark the significant role played by the Canadian forces during the 2nd Battle of Passchendaele in World War I. The 3rd Canadian Division, the 4th Canadian Mounted Rifles, and the 3rd (Toronto) Battalion are commemorated on these plaques for their actions around Vine Cottage and Wolfe Copse. The 1st Great War, also known as World War I, saw some of the most brutal and devastating battles in history, with the 2nd Battle of Passchendaele being one of the costliest for the Canadian forces. The 3rd Canadian Division, made up of soldiers from Ontario, Quebec, and Nova Scotia, fought valiantly in the muddy trenches and fields of Passchendaele. The 4th Canadian Mounted Rifles, a cavalry unit, played a crucial role in providing support and reinforcements during the battle. The 3rd (Toronto) Battalion, part of the 3rd Canadian Infantry Brigade, also saw heavy fighting in the area around Vine Cottage and Wolfe Copse. The three plaques, each inscribed with the names of the units and the dates of their actions, serve as a reminder of the sacrifices made by these brave soldiers during the Great War. The photograph captures the somber and reflective atmosphere of the memorial site, a place where visitors can pay their respects to those who gave their lives for their country. Passchendaele, now known as Ieper in Flanders, Belgium, is a town that holds a special place in Canadian history. The memorials stand as a testament to the courage and determination of the Canadian forces during the 2nd Battle of Passchendaele, a battle that took place from October 12 to November 10, 1917. The photograph captures the essence of the memorial site, a place of reflection and remembrance for all those who were touched by the events of that time.
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