What is the Second Battle of Ypres?
The Second Battle of Ypres took place in Ypres Belgium from April 22, 1915 to May 25, 1915. It was fought between the Germans, and the British, Canadian and French who fought together as the Allies. It is historically significant because it was the first time chemical gas had been used in warfare, and also because of the exceptional courage and strength the Canadian forces displayed through the battle. To learn more about this epic battle, use the navigation above to make your way around the site. Disclaimer: This website is a high-school student’s project, created for a History assignment. There is no guarantee to the continued availability of this website, and as such, it is not a good idea to cite anything found here. If you want to learn more about Second Ypres or want to know where this information came from, visit the Resources page.
