Question 250

During the Second World War, what was the primary role of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) in the Battle of the Atlantic?

  1. ALiberating the Netherlands
  2. BBombing targets over Europe
  3. CInvading the Aleutian Islands
  4. DProtecting convoys of merchant ships
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Correct answer: D) Protecting convoys of merchant ships

Explanation

The Royal Canadian Navy's (RCN) finest hour was during the Battle of the Atlantic. Its main task was to protect convoys of merchant ships against attacks by German submarines, ensuring vital supplies reached Britain.

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