The Chanak Chisis: British Imperial War Policies

The first major event that impacted Canada’s legacy, as a whole, was the sacrificial battle of Vimy Ridge. Vimy Ridge was proven to be essential to the foundation of Canada as it signified the birth of a new nation and it was considered to be the greatest battle fought, in World War One. Firstly, the Battle of Vimy Ridge established Canada’s emergence as a newly born nation from under the shadow of Britain and gave a verification of Canada’s prominence on the international level. For instance, after successfully regaining the ridge, it displayed to the British superpower, that Canada are worthy of independence, that must be granted upon as a reward for a significant victory (Fonseca). As a result, the Battle of Vimy Ridge, marked the end of British soldiers commanding Canadian troops, as Canada showed tremendous resilience internationally, and also proved that we are independently, capable of leading a well-organized attack against other countries (Fonseca). This milestone was a huge accomplishment for Canadians, as eventually this was the catalyst for total autonomy of Britain (“History Now”). Secondly, the Battle of Vimy Ridge gave Canada justified independence on the international stage. As a result of winning the complicated battle, Canada was deservedly permitted to their own independent seat and signature at the peace talks after the war. This then allowed Canada, to participate in voicing their thoughts, and plans as a newly independent country. This was seen to be,

Morton’s book The First World War gives a description of the alliance between Canada and Great Britain being prepared to answer the call of arms from Britain against Germany. This source would help my thesis because this was one of the many alliances that countries in the war would have to face. Using thus source to support my thesis by explain the power of their alliance they had in want oppositions they may have face together. No, I will not be using this source to disagree with. The author Desmond Morton has about 40 books and one of the most respected Canadian author’s. He has several books discussing war and events from Canada perspective to including where they stood in World War I.

The Great War from 1914-1918 in Europe had a traumatic toll on Canadians. The soldiers in the fields were forever changed by the war but they weren’t the only ones who were changed. World War 1 had a significant impact on Canada’s homefront. The impact of the Great War on Canadian civilians can be easily seen through the increased rate and level of discrimination, growth of Canadian economy and the independence of women.

Canada was no longer seen as a colony of Great Britain but as a country. In Canada’s past, one battle brought Canada together as a nation and that battle is ww1’s Vimy Ridge. This battle shows how a group of men and one leader with the state of mind that thought the lives of his men are worth more than endless bullets. This created the greatest victory in Canadian history.

World War One shaped Canada into a different country by forcing Canada into a state of total war. Canada’s army before World War One consisted of only 77,000 soldiers and an air force and navy with little resources, by the end of the war over 600,000 soldiers fought in battle and the air force and navy expanded and grew. The Canadians fought very well in battle and were recognized for having very effective soldiers during World War One.Women's roles on the home front changed because they had to fill the jobs of the men who were fighting overseas, this led to a woman's rights movements across the country. World War One changed Canada greatly because it resulted in the growth and expansion of the Canadian armed forces, Canadians were recognized for their brave and courageous actions on the battlefield and the advancement of women's rights on the home front.

The battle of Vimy Ridge strengthened Canada’s relationship with Britain and helped Canada become autonomous. Canada participated in WWI because they were legally forced to the moment Britain declared a war. In 1910, Sir Wilfrid Laurier said that “when Britain is at war, Canada is at war. There is no distinction.”, and most Canadians agreed with this in 1914, when Canada was a self governing dominion of the British without control of their foreign affairs, but many debated about the war efforts of Canada and its relationship with Britain (War Museum). Many people volunteered to go to war, when 25,000 men were summoned at a camp near Quebec, 33,000 men showed up, which shows how most Canadians were actively willing to help Britain (Canadian

Furthermore, World War I is Canada’s most defining moment because of Canada’s war efforts. As stated, the military efforts from Canada were huge and it played a huge role in the defeat of the Axis. But, it is important to note that it was not just military efforts that Canada put forth towards its war efforts, there were other factors involved as well. Canada invoked conscription during this time as part of their war efforts. This even created problems between English and French Canada. As the romantic idea of war was destroyed when people realized the amount of casualties at war, many men did not volunteer to go to war themselves. The people who went to war came back in terrible conditions. In 1917, Sam Hughes stated that only 5% of soldiers were French Canadians and that they should go to war as well. Obviously, French Canadians were not too happy to

At the end of the Great War, Canada plunged into economic darkness; the once-powerful war industry was no longer needed and factories shut down all over the country, causing unemployment for civilians and veterans alike to skyrocket. This reflected on the military of Canada; vehicles that were destroyed were not replaced; the number of permanent forces and militia barely grew. Canada’s military saw a period of inactivity that would even cause land, sea and air components merged as a singular entity due to the Great Depression’s effect on the military budget. However, the peace was not to last. As Adolf Hitler’s Germany appeared and showed the world its intentions, nations gathered and Canada committed an important act demonstrating its independence as a nation; Canada declared war. Viewed for a long time as a British colony even after Confederation, Canada took a stand against a virtually universally-recognized evil alongside the major powers of the world at the time. Canada’s participation in conflicts in many different operations throughout WWII demonstrated its military effectiveness, but its important role in the D-Day landings defined Canada’s military competency through the crucial Operation Overlord, dubbed by some as the beginning of the end of the Second World War, in Normandy. Canada’s role in Operation Overlord in Normandy solidified the military structure that is our modern military and sculpted the image of an independent nation through Canada’s military

World War One is a huge part of history in Canada. Although many say it hindered, it most certainly helped Canada’s progress towards nationhood. Women relatives of soldiers and nurses got the right to vote during the war when Robert Borden was Prime Minister. Years later, that lead to all women in Canada receiving the right to vote. Canada was also industrialized greatly during the war. People started to move from rural areas to urban, and many factories were being built. All the Canadian soldiers fighting in the war brought pride and honour to country. After winning the battle of Vimy Ridge in 1917, Canada was noticed and recognized as an independent country.

World war 1 held many memorable and proud moments for Canada. One of the moments were made by the flying ace in the Canadian military. His name was Billy Bishop and he was credited with 72 victories, making him the top Canadian ace in World War 1. Also, The Battle of Vimy Ridge toughened Canadian nationalism and pride when they won against Germany. All the Canadians were all so proud of there country and military. Moreover, they thought that Canada’s was superior then all the other countries.

World War I was just a stepping stone for the Canadian nation, it was their efforts in the Second World War that Canada really became independent. The short term losses gave Canada long term benefits. Its economic growth, international respect, and political standing gave her recognition and more importantly, it shaped itself as an independent country. Canada was a widespread name after the victory on D-Day.

The Second World War was a significant event in Canadian History. On September 10th, 1939 Canada entered the Second World War, seven days after France and Britain declared war on Germany. Canadian Prime Minister Mackenzie King did not want Canada to become involved in another world war because the results of WWI were still fresh for many Canadians. The economy was just starting to improve in Canada after the Great Depression and the Prime Minister did not want the country back in debt. Even though Canada was now an independent country and could decide for themselves whether or not to go to war, they knew that once Britain became involved, Canada would not watch from the sidelines.The decision to join the war was made by the Canadian Parliament after King gave a strong speech in favour of war. War showed Canadians that by their

When w.w.1 and w.w.2 first broke out the position and national interest of Canada it was the protection of freedom and democracy against German tyranny fascism. For Canada`s role is that it was support and supply, but evolved into a fighting force to be reckoned with. The overall major support as almost 10 % of Canada`s population went to fight in these wars and a large work force was employed to manufacture all manner of supplies to support the war effort. In the end of the wars Canada`s military took on a role as peacekeepers. In the treaty of Versailles Canada did participate, but was barley recognized for what it had done to be respected more in that they did all the dirty work and they did not. The treaties and organizations of post-w.w.2

While The Great War may seem like a global effort it can largely still be considered as a forced war upon certain countries participation. A war that reinforces the idea of group efforts and strength in numbers highlights contribution of certain countries, focused on Canada’s encouraged aid. The Great War efforts of Canada may leave room for assumptions and questioning. A prominent theme through out the First World War chapter found in each of the readings, primary and secondary, is this idea of a lack of aid and support from the Canadians at the time the war, 1914 to 1918. Each source separately states a multitude of concerns seemingly all to do with Canada’s war efforts. The texts share the idea that Canada did not join the war with enough strength nor numbers in comparison to the great leading powers, such as Great Britain and France. The importance of these texts is to have an over view of just how extensive and difficult it is to gather troops and resources. The Great War also known as World War One is seemingly a war fought with great numbers of armed men. Nonetheless, having external assets is key to a strong combat and a lack there of causes chaos and a weaker front.

The Canadian Army was more successful in World War One than World War Two because of the battles they were in, the generals that led the country to victory and it helped Canada become more independent. The Canadian Army contributed a lot in both World Wars, but they were more successful in World War One. First, the Canadian troops earned a great reputation after their success at Vimy Ridge because it was a great victory for them. The victory at Vimy Ridge is a huge success for the Canadians because they were the only country who could capture it from the Germans. Their creeping barrage strategy worked and that gave the Canadian Army success at the Ridge, allowing them to capture all 7km of the ridge. Another reason Vimy Ridge is such a huge part