Progress or Decline for Canada in WW1 (1914-1929)

By kashaf
  • (-2) Poisonous Gas Attack

    (-2) Poisonous Gas Attack
    The poisonous gas attack by Germany was a major hit for Canada. Many soldiers were lost at the time and Canada struggled quite a lot.
  • (-1) Leo Le Boutillier, Thomas-Louis Tremblay and French-Canadian Soldiers

    (-1) Leo Le Boutillier, Thomas-Louis Tremblay and French-Canadian Soldiers
    The Soldiers sent into war were very much deceived about how the war was going to be. Many were fed up, wanted to go home, and regretting their decisions.
  • (-1) Jeremiah Jones and Black Canadian Soldiers

    (-1) Jeremiah Jones and Black Canadian Soldiers
    Jeremiah Jones and Black Soldiers faced a lot of discrimination when serving in the war. They had difficulty applying for war, getting along with their squad and lieutenant, and overall disliked.
  • (+2) The Vimy Ridge

    (+2) The Vimy Ridge
    The Vimy Ridge was a big turn for Canada in the War. Canada was able to knock down Germany and also gain respect from other countries as well.
  • (-2) French Canadians and The Home Front

    (-2) French Canadians and The Home Front
    This was the time when the Military Service Act was made. Robert Borden, the current prime minister, decided to force unwilling men into going to fight in the war.
  • (+2) Women and The Home Front

    (+2) Women and The Home Front
    This was a great time for women. Although it was hard, women earned the right to vote for themselves.
  • (-1) Lieutenant F.O Loft, First Nation Veteran

    (-1) Lieutenant F.O Loft, First Nation Veteran
    Lieutenant F.O Loft was a man who wanted Aboriginals to have the right to vote and other rights as well. Unfortunately, in 1927 the government denied his request.
  • (+2) Sikh Families

    (+2) Sikh Families
    in 1919 Robert Borden amended the Immigration Act allowing all Indian immigrants living in Canada to bring their wives and children under 18 into Canada. Gradually, Sikh families made a place for themselves in B.C, Canada.
  • (+2) Housewives

    (+2) Housewives
    This was good progress for Canada. At this time many new household items were made making life easier for housewives.
  • (+2) Emily Murphy and The Famous Five

    (+2) Emily Murphy and The Famous Five
    Emily Murphy and the famous five were a group of women who achieved positions in the law firm. Becoming a "person" who is able to decide rights and privileges for the people of Canada.