During the Second World War, the Royal Canadian Navy played its greatest role in which battle?
Answer: The Battle of the Atlantic
The Royal Canadian Navy's finest hour was the Battle of the Atlantic, protecting merchant-ship convoys from German submarines.
All answer choices
- The Battle of the Atlantic (correct answer)
- The Battle of Britain
- The Battle of Vimy Ridge
- The Battle of the Plains of Abraham
This practice question is based on Discover Canada, the official study guide for the Canadian citizenship test. Brush up on this topic in our History study guide.
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