Capture of Hill 145
At the heart of Vimy Ridge stood Hill 145, its highest and most heavily defended point, fiercely contested by German troops entrenched in deep fortifications. The battle for this crucial vantage point was particularly brutal, with Canadian soldiers facing intense machine-gun fire and grenade attacks. Despite suffering severe casualties, Canadian battalions fought relentlessly, inching forward through barbed wire and mud. After hours of sustained combat, the determined assault successfully overwhelmed German defenses, securing Hill 145 by late afternoon on April 10. Capturing this strategic summit proved pivotal, as it allowed Canadian forces to consolidate their gains and dominate the surrounding battlefield.
