Photo Essay by Steve Douglas
with additional photos from John Stephens

Canada's proudest and most majestic memorial to our fallen of the Great War
Proud and majestic yes, but in dire need of major renovation

Composite of the view from the monument on the ridge overlooking the Douai plain. Spirit of Canada in the foreground.

Photo by ©John Stephens

Photo by ©John Stephens

Spirit of Canada.
Photo by ©John Stephens

Photo by ©John Stephens

A magnificent monument, but in desperate need of restoration...

Photos courtesy of Jacques More

Click here to read the background story of the Vimy Memorial

The Spirit Of Canada Uncloaked

Essay by Paul Chapman