The Battle of Passchendaele

Resource material on The Battle of Passchendaele

Conduct some research to develop your opinion on the historical significance of this battle.

Reading

Read the article titled “Passchendaele (Opens in new window)” from the Canadian War Museum. As you read, think about the facts and opinions that make this battle significant. What are your thoughts on the historical significance of this battle?

The map of the Western Front highlighting the location of the Battle of Passchendaele.

Visuals

Examine the following images from the Battle of Passchendaele.

A Field of Mud at Passchendaele, George Metcalf Archival Collection, Canadian War Museum

The remains of German blockhouses after war; tall, rock masses are used for defence, behind which is muddy terrain with many puddles

German Blockhouses, George Metcalf Archival Collection, Canadian War Museum

Soldiers crouching in mud holes beside puddles of water in fields of war.

In the mud, George Metcalf Archival Collection, Canadian War Museum

Video

Go online and search for “video Canada and the Battle of Passchendaele.” You should find some short videos. Try to find a video of less than 10 minutes which contains real footage or photos of the battle. Feel free to discover any other material that may have come up in your search.