The Forgotten Canadian Victory That Changed Military History Forever
In August 1917, a Canadian general made a decision that would be seen as either brilliant or insubordinate - he completely ignored direct orders from British High Command. Instead of attacking the heavily fortified city of Lens as commanded, Lieutenant General Arthur Currie chose to capture a single hill that everyone else considered insignificant. What happened next was one of the most lopsided military victories in history. Hill 70 became a death trap that destroyed over 6,000 German soldiers in just 10 days, while Canadian casualties remained under 1,000. This forgotten battle showcased tactical innovations that changed modern warfare forever and proved that sometimes the greatest victories come from having the courage to think beyond your orders. This is the incredible true story of how strategic genius turned a single hill into a killing ground, how psychological warfare defeated superior numbers, and how a colonial general's bold decision disrupted German plans across the entire Western Front. Discover the tactical masterpiece that military academies still study today, but history books barely mention. Prepare to witness the emergence of Canadian military independence, the vindication of innovative thinking over traditional doctrine, and proof that brilliant strategy can overcome any odds. This is military genius at its finest - where understanding your enemy's psychology becomes the key to their destruction. KEY TIMESTAMPS: 🎯 3:45 - The Moment Currie Decides to Ignore Orders and Attack Hill 70 Instead of Lens 💥 15:22 - August 15th Dawn Attack: The Creeping Barrage That Changed Artillery Warfare Forever 🔥 28:17 - The German Death Trap: How 21 Counterattacks Became a Military Disaster 👑 42:30 - The Strategic Masterstroke: Why This Forgotten Victory Changed Military History HASHTAGS: #MidnightHistory #WWI #CanadianHistory #MilitaryHistory #BattleOfHill70 #ArthurCurrie #WesternFront #TacticalGenius #MilitaryStrategy #ForgottenBattles #GreatWar #HistoricalBattles #MilitaryTactics #CanadianCorps #Lens1917 #MilitaryInnovation #StrategicWarfare #BattlefieldGenius #WarHistory #MilitaryLeadership
