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- 6. The 1942 battle where Canadian and British forces successfully defended the vital port of Tobruk.
- 7. This Canadian city hosted an important conference in 1943 where Allied leaders discussed strategy for the rest of the war.
- 10. The top-secret Canadian project that contributed significantly to the development of radar technology during the war.
- 12. The code name for the successful Canadian-led assault on Juno Beach during D-Day.
- 13. Canadian Prime Minister during most of World War II, known for his strong leadership and inspiring speeches.
- 17. The Canadian-born pilot who became an American flying ace during World War II.
- 18. The Allied operation that aimed to liberate the Dutch people from German occupation, with a significant Canadian contribution.
- 20. The Canadian division that participated in the liberation of the Netherlands in 1945.
- 23. The Canadian island that was fortified as a defensive measure against potential Axis invasions.
- 27. The Canadian city where the "Avro Arrow" interceptor aircraft was developed after World War II.
- 28. The Canadian-built aircraft that played a crucial role in maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare.
- 30. The volunteer force that supported the war effort on the home front, involved in activities like air raid precautions and firewatching.
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- 1. The name of the Canadian tank that played a significant role in battles like Normandy.
- 2. The Canadian general who commanded the First Canadian Army during the Italian Campaign.
- 3. The Canadian woman who became a symbol of women's contributions to the war effort, working in factories and shipyards.
- 4. The first Canadian victory against the Germans in World War II, taking place in December 1939.
- 5. The Canadian government's policy of conscripting soldiers for overseas service, which sparked controversy and protests.
- 8. The name of the Canadian infantry division that played a key role in the Italian Campaign.
- 9. The Royal Canadian Air Force squadron that achieved fame for its role in the bombing campaign over Europe.
- 11. This Canadian flying ace achieved notable success during the Battle of Britain.
- 14. The largest naval engagement in Canadian history, where the Royal Canadian Navy played a vital role in protecting Allied convoys.
- 15. The site of a significant Canadian training camp where soldiers were prepared for overseas service.
- 16. The Canadian infantry division that played a crucial role in the liberation of the French port city of Dieppe in 1944.
- 19. The Canadian province that produced a significant portion of the Allied bomber crews during the war.
- 21. The 1941 battle where Canadian and Allied forces successfully defended the Greek island of Crete.
- 22. The top secret Allied project that led to the development of the atomic bomb.
- 24. The code name for the Allied invasion of Southern France in 1944, involving Canadian troops.
- 25. The "Little Red Devils" were Canadian paratroopers who played a crucial role in this daring 1944 Normandy operation.
- 26. The Canadian-born scientist who played a key role in the development of the atomic bomb as part of the Manhattan Project.
- 29. The strategic island captured by Canadian forces in 1943, cutting off a vital German supply route.