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 15th Battalion was additionally awarded battle honours Vimy and Arleux. The 48th Highlanders of Canada selected Vimy for emblazing on the Regimental Colour.
