Biography of Sir Arthur Currie

Account of Sir Arthur Currie Sir Arthur Currie was the principal Canadian-selected officer of the Canadian Corps in World War I. Arthur Currie took an interest in every single significant activity of the Canadian powers in World War I, remembering the arranging and execution of the ambush for Vimy Ridge. Arthur Currie is most popular for his authority during the most recent 100 Days of World War I and as an effective backer of keeping Canadians all together battling power. Birth December 5, 1875, in Napperton, Ontario Demise November 30, 1933, in Montreal, Quebec Callings Instructor, land sales rep, officer and college director Vocation of Sir Arthur Currie Arthur Currie served in the Canadian Militia before World War I. He was sent to Europe at the flare-up of World War I in 1914. Arthur Currie was designated the administrator of the second Canadian Infantry Brigade in 1914. He became leader of the first Canadian Division in 1915. In 1917 he was made authority of the Canadian Corps and soon thereafter was elevated to the position of lieutenant general. After the war, Sir Arthur Currie filled in as Inspector General of the Militia powers from 1919 to 1920. Currie was head and bad habit chancellor of McGill University from 1920 to 1933. Respects Received by Sir Arthur Currie Administrator of the BathLegion of HonourKnight Commander of the Order of St. Michael and St. GeorgeCroix de GuerreU.S. Recognized Service Medal