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Canada recruits for WWI 0
Britain had declared for war meaning that Canada would also be at War. Canada had recruited 3000 women to become nurses for the war and sent 425 000 men overseas to help with the war. In total there were 600 000 people who had served in this war. I believe this had no impact on Canada, yes there are many men at risk but during this war we've made a lot of progress such as fighting as a country and creating allies -
Battle of Ypres -1
During the battle of Ypres, Germany had introduced poisonous gas to the war. Solders had died from foaming to the mouth and were gasping for air through dirty handkerchiefs. In the 48 hours of War 2000 had died from the 6035 that were sent for battle. -
Womens first step forward +2
In January 1916 women in Manitoba won the right to vote, this was the first step forward for women towards equality. Within a year more provinces also gave the right to vote to women such as the 4 western provinces and Ontario.In 1918 Nova Scotia would allow women to vote, then New Brunswick in 1919, P.E.I in 1922 and the last province Quebec in 1940. In my opinion this was big progress in Canadian history, Although it was not a big change in Canada it was the right step in the right direction -
Lieutenant Colonel Borden's Letter -1
In February of 1916 Lieutenant Colonel Borden had sent a letter to the Kids of Canada. He directed this letter to the kids so that he could get them to persuade there big brothers and fathers to join the war. In the letter Lieutenant Colonel Borden informs the kids of what is happening in the war and why he needs there help. He does not inform the kids of the consequences their brothers and fathers could be at risk. -
Lieutenant Colonel Borden's Letter (continued)
I believe this is a decline in Canada's history because of the way he targeted innocent kids and not telling them the risks and consequences of the war. -
The Battle of the Somme -2
In 1916 Britain and Germany had participated in the largest battle in WWI on the 15 mile Western front, Britain had sent about 638 000 men to this battle. The Battle of Somme is known for being one of the bloodiest battles in human history. The battle had lasted from July 1 to November 18, during those 5 months about 614 000 Britain troops had died in this war, about 24 700 of them were Canadians. Britain had only traveled 7 miles and could not break Germans Defense. -
The Battle of the Somme (continued)
I believe that the Battle of the Somme was a decline in Canada's history because not only did we lose a lot of men during this battle, we were also not able to break Germany's defense and Capture the western front. -
Battle of Vimy Ridge +1
in April 1917 the Canadian Corps were ordered to capture the 7 km Vimy Ridge. This would not be the first time Vimy ridge would be attacked on, the french had previously failed attacking there with over 100 000 men. Canada had strategize and rehearse their attack to capture Vimy Ridge. The Canadian Corps' attack was a success but with a high risk, Canada had lost 3598 men with 7000 wounded. -
Battle of Vimy Ridge (continued)
The success of capturing Vimy ridge was more than a victory on the battlefield, for the first time all 4 Canadian divisions had attacked together. Men from all regions participated in this war, Brigadier-General A.E. Ross thoughts about this war was, “in those few minutes I witnessed the birth of a nation.” -
The league of Nations +1
In 1919 the league of Nations was established during the Paris Peace Conference right after WWI. The League of Nations like the United Nations but less country. The purpose of the League of Nations was to maintain World Peace. Canada was able to get it's own chair separate from Britain this was very good for Canada because it created separate voice from us and Britain. -
Winnipeg general strike +1
The Winnipeg general strike is known for being one of the largest strikes in Canadian history, more than 30 000 people had left their job. The intention of the Winnipeg Strike was to receive decent pay wages, 8 hour work hours and the right to bargain for better working conditions. This strikes lasted for the next 37 days then returned back to work. -
The Chanak incident +1
In 1922 Turkish forces were found threatening British troops located in turkey after WWI. Britain Prime Minister called for Canada's support but Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King decided not to provide military support for Britain. Prime Minister King agreed that it was Parliaments decision to act on such matters. In my opinion This was a good step for Canada toward a independent voice. Canada was seen behind the shadows of Britain and this decision showed Canada's Independent voice. -
The Persons Case +1
The persons case was a womens campaign for women to be able to get a seat in the senate. In 1928 the supreme court of Canada ruled that women were not "persons" and were not able to participate in the senate. Then in 1929 the women went to the Privy council in London, England and reversed the courts decision allowing women to work in the senate.