In which year during the First World War did Vanier lost his leg?
1914
1916
1918
1920
Answer
In 1918, Vanier lost his leg during the First World War when he was 21 years old. He was a captain in the Canadian Infantry and was wounded by a German shell in the Battle of Amiens. His left leg was amputated above the knee. Vanier was awarded the Distinguished Service Order (DSO) for his bravery during the war.
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