Passchendaele Canadian Memorial, War memorial at Crest Farm, Passendale, Belgium.
The Passchendaele Canadian Memorial is a monument built on the former grounds of Crest Farm, erected among a grove of maple trees. The granite structure overlooks the flat fields where the fighting took place.
Canadian troops took the village on November 6, 1917, after weeks of fighting through muddy terrain and heavy resistance. The ground had been a World War I battleground with massive casualties beforehand.
The site honors Canadian soldiers who fought under brutal conditions and became crucial to the outcome of this battle. Visitors can read inscriptions that reflect how deeply this fight shaped Canadian national identity.
The grounds are freely accessible year-round and offer an open space for walking and reflection. The site sits on flat terrain, so visiting with children or people with limited mobility is straightforward.
Nine Canadian soldiers received the Victoria Cross for their actions during this battle, one of the highest military honors. This rare concentration of such distinctions shows the exceptional bravery and sacrifice among the fighters.
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