This campaign battle honour was awarded for active service in the vicinity of Arras, France in 1917 and again in 1918. The battle honour specifically covers actions conducted between 9 April to 4 May 1917 and 26 August to 3 September 1918. During the 1917 timeframe the 15thBn was additionally awarded battle honours Vimy and Arleux. During the 1918 timeframe additional battle honours Hindenburg Line and Drocourt-Queant were awarded. It is significant to note that action at the Crow’s Nest outside Hendecourt on 1 September 1918 is included in this campaign battle honour. The 48th Highlanders of Canada selected Vimy and Drocourt-Queant for emblazing on the Regimental Colour. |