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About WW1 Battlefields: The Hidden Secrets Of Ypres | Lost Battlefields

Historian, Norm Christie, examines the old battlefields, visiting the cemeteries and memorials that hold the secrets to the legacy and sacrifices of the Canadians in the Battles of Mount Sorrel and Hill 70. These two battles cost Canada 5,000 dead, but few remember what their names. They were two vital battles that contributed to the ongoing development of the Canadian Corps. War Stories is your one stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. You can find more from us on

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Title
WW1 Battlefields: The Hidden Secrets Of Ypres | Lost Battlefields
Category
Mystery
Runtime
70 minutes
Language
English
Publisher
War Stories

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