Canadian soldiers were deployed to the Western Front in January 1915 and soon began to carve out a reputation as a fierce and innovative fighting force. In February they carried out the first raid of the war on enemy trenches. By September, all Canadian troops served under one command in the newly established Canadian Corps.
First Canadian Troops Deployed on Western Front: 6 Jan 1915
Second Canadian Contingent Embarks for Europe: Jan-May 1915
Canadians Conduct the First Trench Raid of the War: 28 Feb 1915
First Gas Attack on the Western Front-the Second Battle of Ypres: 22 Apr 1915
Creation of the Canadian Corps: 13 Sept 1915
British Officer Appointed to Command the Canadians: 16 Oct 1915
