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Vimy Ridge: A Canadian Reassessment

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Vimy Ridge is a seminal moment in Canadian history. It was the first time that all four Canadian divisions fought together as a unified force, and their victory at Vimy Ridge helped to establish Canada as a nation on the world stage.

Vimy Ridge: A Canadian Reassessment

by Mike Bechthold

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In Vimy Ridge: A Canadian Reassessment, historian Tim Cook provides a fresh look at this iconic battle. Cook draws on new research and interviews with veterans to provide a more nuanced and comprehensive understanding of the battle than has been previously available.

Cook argues that the Battle of Vimy Ridge was not simply a military victory, but also a cultural and political watershed moment for Canada. The battle helped to forge a new sense of national identity for Canadians, and it also played a major role in the country's emergence as a major international player.

Vimy Ridge: A Canadian Reassessment is a must-read for anyone interested in Canadian history or military history. Cook's insightful analysis and engaging writing style make this book a valuable addition to the literature on the Battle of Vimy Ridge.

**About the Author**

Tim Cook is a historian and the author of several books on Canadian history, including Vimy Ridge: A Canadian Reassessment. He is a professor of history at the University of Ottawa.

**Reviews**

"Tim Cook's Vimy Ridge: A Canadian Reassessment is a major contribution to the historiography of the battle. Cook's meticulous research and insightful analysis provide a fresh perspective on this iconic event in Canadian history." - John Herd Thompson, author of War in Europe, 1939-1945

"Cook's book is a must-read for anyone interested in Canadian history or military history. His engaging writing style and insightful analysis make this book a valuable addition to the literature on the Battle of Vimy Ridge." - Desmond Morton, author of When Your Number's Up: The Canadian Soldier in the First World War

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