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Throughout the war, Canada's homefront effort played a critical role in supplying troops, producing war materials, and supporting Allied nations.
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Under the control of Adolf Hitler, Germany wanted to expand it's empire and have Europe as it's own, this began on September 1st 1939 and was the beginning of the second world war. This would end up being the first event of ww2, and starting it. Canada declared war on Germany, 7 days after Britain and France. The first Canadian troops left for England in December. Although "obliged to go to war at Britain's side," King's delay of a week was a symbolic gesture of independence.
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Canada joined ww2 on September 10th 1939, as it allied mostly with Poland, The United States and Britain. Many Canadians joined up to 1 million Canadian's joined to fight.
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It was against Japan in the defense of Hong Kong that Canadian soldiers were first committed to battle during the Second World War. There were high tensions in the Pacific grew, so did the vulnerability of Hong Kong. Many Canadians were not trained and were sent out to war. The defense of Hong Kong was made at a great human cost. Approximately 290 Canadian soldiers were killed in battle and, while in captivity, approximately 264 were killed. for a total death toll of 554. -
The first Canadian infantry division, the 1st Canadian Infantry Division, arrives in the Mediterranean and later participates in the successful Sicily Campaign (Operation Husky) and the Italian Campaign.
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Canadian and British forces launch the Dieppe Raid, a large-scale amphibious assault on the French port of Dieppe. Although the raid was a costly failure, it provided valuable lessons for future Allied amphibious operations.
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Canadian forces participate in the Battle of the Scheldt, clearing the vital Antwerp port of German forces, facilitating the resupply of Allied troops.
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D-Day - Canadian forces play a significant role in the Allied invasion of Normandy, landing on Juno Beach and securing a vital beachhead.
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Canadian troops liberate the French town of Caen after intense fighting.
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After the war, Canada played a significant role in the formation of the United Nations, supporting international cooperation and peacekeeping efforts.
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Canadian troops contribute to the liberation of the Netherlands, with the First Canadian Army playing a crucial role in ending the German occupation.
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Germany surrenders, marking the end of the war in Europe. Canada played a significant role in the final Allied victory.
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Canada condemns Japan's use of atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki and calls for an end to the Pacific War.
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Japan surrenders, ending World War II. Canada's contribution to the Allied victory in the Pacific is recognized.