Loos-en-Gohelle, France
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Location Lens France. A monument dedicated to the Canadian Corps . Set into the pathway on the site are 1877 Canadian Maple Leaves each representing a Canadian Soldier whio died achieving the Victory at Hill 70 in August 1917
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We were a little taken aback that this isn't the actual site of Hill 70. That being said, it was a nicely done site, still a bit under construction. It's a shame that kids were using it as a playground on their bikes. Again...it was nice to visit. The flowers were beautiful...And the poppies were plentiful. Happy to have visited.
The battle for Hill 70 in August 1917 was a significant Canadian Army victory, giving the Allies a strategic position overlooking the city of Lens. On April 8, 2017, a dedication ceremony was held at Hill 70 and the official opening will take place on 22 August 2017.
I have visited Loos, and this coal waste spoil in particular, a number of times over the years. My great grandad was badly wounded here. In 1915 this was the site of his battalions desperate hand to hand fight over "the pit bing" as these things are called in Scotland. My great uncle still lies missing somewhere nearby. I must admit to being a bit taken aback when I visited last in 2018 and discovered this big muckle obelisk had cropped up. Whilst I am delighted that the empty space in the middle of the Loos Crassier is finally being used, and especially to commemorate the very brave Canadian soldiers who captured Hill 70 for a final time in 1917......I would very much hope the finished memorial site makes mention of the many thousands of the 15th division, who died taking Loos, and then going on to capture Hill 70 the first time around. Most of them still lie undiscovered in the ground all around this place.
A wonderful Memorial site. Well laid out You can tour with the aid of a audio guide accessed through their App.
Privately funded. Not quite ready yet. When ready, a beautiful memorial in park surroundings.
July 13 2019 beautiful memorial to remember the Canadian victory. Still a work in progress with more paths being constructed.
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