Remembrance Day Facts
Canadian War Facts
Remembrance Day
True or False
100

Why do we celebrate Remembrance Day?

To show our respects for the fallen soldiers. 

100

What are the 3 branches of the Canadian Armed Forces?

The Canadian Army, Royal Canadian Navy, Royal Canadian Air Force

100

In Flanders Fields was inspired by the poppy?

TRUE!

200

Why is Remembrance Day on November 11th?

Because WW1 ended at the 11th hour on  the 11th day of the 11th month.

200

How many Indigenous soldiers fought in WW1?

Over 4,000 served between 1914-1918

200

Canada is the only country that celebrates Remembrance Day?

FLASE! 55 other countries do as well. They have different names

300

What does a poppy symbolize?

It symbolizes hope and a peaceful future.

300

Which war was longer WW1 or WW2?

WW2 lasted 6 years and 1 day

WW1 (July 28,1914-Nov 11, 1918)

WW2 (Sept 1, 1939-Sept 2, 1945)

300

Which war had more female soldiers WW1 or WW2?

WW2 (over 50,000)

During WW1, most women In 1941-42, the Canadian Military created its own women's forces.

400

Who wrote 'In Flanders Fields'?

John McCrae (Canadian physician Lieutenant-Colonel)

400

What is Canada's highest honour for their soldiers?

The Victoria Cross (given for brave action, self-sacrifice or extremely loyal service)

400

Remembrance Day is ONLY for WW1 and WW2?

FALSE its for any previous or ongoing war(s).

500

When was Remembrance Day first started?

1919 (conducted throughout the Commonwealth and Britain. Originally called Armistice Day)

500

How many Canadians served in WW2?

Over 1,000,000

500

Ottawa has the biggest cenotaph in Canada!

TRUE

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