Vimy

[ vim-ee, vee-mee; French vee-mee ]

noun

1. a town in N France, N of Arras: battle 1917.

Example Sentences

But the only significant gain of ground had been the capture by the Canadians of the dominating Vimy Ridge near Arras.

From Literature

Sgt Musgrave was awarded the Military Medal for his bravery in April 1917 when he led his platoon under heavy fire at the Battle of Vimy Ridge.

From BBC

Slowly, the Vimy began to rise — only a few yards at first, but it was off the ground.

From Washington Post

After a few anxious moments, the Vimy reappeared, ascending unhurriedly into the sky.

From Washington Post

Both were at Vickers because they believed the Vimy, a twin-engine heavy bomber in production for World War I but delivered too late for combat, was the plane they needed to make the crossing.

From Washington Post