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Gouzenko Affair Turning Point
Turning Point: The Gouzenko Affair became a huge turning point in Canadian history. This is because the Gouzenko Affair led to Canada's entry into the Cold War and the creation of a espionage with the Americans. Though, nothing major occurred during the Cold War this event caused immense amount of panic among citizens and could of led to a huge war -
Gouzenko Affair Rank (-2)
Rank Description: Personally, I would rate the Gouzenko Affair a -2, for multiple reasons. First of all, because of the Gouzenko Affair Canada was forced to sign the N.A.T.O and join the Cold War. This is because Canada now lacked trust in the Russian due to Gozuenko and the alternate spies. Also, the Gouzenko Affair worsened the security in Canada, as no one knew who was or wasn't a Russian spy. -
Gouzenko Affair
Brief Description: Igor Gouzenko, a Soviet cipher clerk, officially worked under the title of “civilian employee” at the Embassy of the Soviet Union in Ottawa. Igor left his workplace on September 5, 1945, with a number of important documents, whose content revealed the existence of a Soviet spy ring in Canada. Igor was eventually caught and his exchange of information led to the arrest of 39 people. This event eventually led to the formation of N.A.T.O and Canada joining the cold war. -
Korean War
Brief Description: When Japan’s empire dissolved after WWII, the Soviet Union occupied the northern half of Korea and installed a communist government. While the United States occupied the country south. However in 1950 the North Korean leader, laid claim to the entire country and wanted to invade South Korea. The Soviets, however, wanted to avoid the clash directly with the United States. So, instead, they decided to arm the North Korean army and have them fight in a proxy war. -
Korean War Rank (-1)
Rank Description: From my perspective, I believe the Korean War had -1 impact on Canada's Security level. Though there was no major negative impact, the Korean War still played a role on Canada's security. This is because, 27,000 Canadian soldiers were sent to Korea, which played affect on our nation as more than 500 of these soldiers died. In addition, this war had an major impact on America, and since they are our closest allies this had an affect on us as well. -
Suez Crisis Turning Point
Turning Point: The Suez Crisis became a major turning point for Canada's international relations. This is because during the Suez Crisis Canada's minister of external affairs, Lester B. Pearson, came up with a solution that benefited all nations involved in this crisis. This became the first large international peacekeeping force in the world and Lester was awarded a Nobel Prize. This became a big moment for Canadians as we became a nation that was solely committed to peacekeeping. -
Suez Crisis Rank (+2)
Rank Description: From my perspective, I believe that the Suez Crisis was a +2 on the security of Canada. This due to the fact, that the Suez Crisis helped strengthen Canada's relationships specifically with Britain and Egypt. Also, because of the Suez Crisis Canada was able to establish themselves as a peacekeeping/middle power nation that is fully committed to world order. By keeping these healthy relations Canada's security boosted immensely. -
Suez Crisis
Brief Description: In 1859, the French financed the construction of a massive canal, which was eventually bought by Britain in 1875. However the Egyptians seized the canal in 1956. And in response, Britain, with the support of Israel and France, invaded the canal zone the same year. As the Suez crisis intensified,Lester B. Pearson, worked to find a solution. His solution would allow the British, French, and Israelis to save face and go home, establishing Canada as a peacekeeping nation -
Avro Arrow Rank (+1)
Rank Description: In my opinion, I believe that the Avro Arrow had a (+1) impact on Canadian security. This is because the Avro Arrow was a incredible way to protect Canada from the Soviet missiles. However, they were never used, which is why they would (+1) and not a (+2). -
Avro Arrow
Brief Description: A supersonic interceptor jet aircraft designed and built in the 1950s by A.V. Roe Canada. The Arrow was one of the most advanced aircraft of its era, which helped establish Canada as a world leader in scientific research and development. In fact, RCAF became the third largest air force in the world. The purpose of the Avro Arrow was to intercept missile before it reached its target. However, they were costly as the cost to build one was $12.5 million. -
Avro Arrow Turning Point
Turning Point: The Avro Arrow became a huge turning point and made a change in Canadian identity. This is due to the fact, the Avro Arrow made Canadians proud that we were able to a great machine to prevent a possible nuclear attack. On top of this, the Avro Arrow benefited the Canadian RCAF and made us the 3rd strongest air force in the world. This made Canadians extremely proud as we were able to become one of the best air forces. -
Cuban Missile Crisis
Brief Description: In 1959, Fidel Castro led a communist revolution in Cuba and quickly became allies with the Soviet Union. Unhappy with Castro, the USA trained Cuban exiles to invade Cuba,but the result was a failure. And as time progressed a U2 conducting surveillance over Cuba took some alarming photos of multiple missiles, causing the US to impose a Blockade around Cuba. And as days passed, nuclear war rumors sprouted. Luckily, in 1962, a secret deal was made between the 2 countries. -
Cuban Missile Crisis Rank (-1)
Though nothing occurred in the Cuban Missile Crisis, this event still had a (-1) impact on Canadian security. This is because, this crisis inflicted panic and worry across the globe as a possible nuclear almost occurred. Although, this conflict revolved the Soviets and the Americans this nuclear would of had a huge impact on Canada. This is because we heavily rely on the U.S as they are our closest allies. However, this never occurred which is the reason it is solely a -1 and not a -2.
