World War I: A Brief Overview and the Canadian Bestowal

Due to the bitter rivalries of their mother countries, the two sides also had a strong feels of animosity against one another. This animosity was furthered when the French surrendered New France. This cession of French territory to the British occurred after the French and Indian Wars of the mid 18th century; specifically after the treaty of Paris in February 20th of 1763. The essential annexation brought about much anger within the French. This was illustrated during the highlights of the Patriote movement (the rebellions of 1837 and 1838) and the secession of New France to become British. These events, along with prior rivalry with Britain and its colonies brought forth a substantial amount of Francophone nationalism. Though the rebellion was also caused by famine and poverty on some level, it was the strong French nationalism was the spark that brought about Canada’s first “civil war.”

During the first world war, Britain, and Canada’s allies demanded multiple resources from Canada. The allied countries were France, Serbia, and Russia. Since they were all in a coalition, they agreed to help each other, and send needed resources that would assist them in winning the war. Some common resources that were sent included food, munitions, money, and men. Since Canada during WW1 was still developing and expanding, the allies thought it was a great place to collect the necessities from, as they were in an abundance. Canadians at the commencement of the war were very eager to fight, as the war had been glorified, and made to look adventurous. So without any hesitation, Canada sent over as many resources the allies demanded. Canada then became responsible for supplying resources to the allies soldiers, and their own. Since so much effort was going towards the

The First World War of 1914-1918, also known as the Great War, was the first total war in history. What began as a European struggle over the balance of power between the triple alliance of France, Britain and Russia on one side and the central powers of Germany and Austria-Hungary on the other, soon became a global conflict that involved the imperial powers of Europe, their colonies and lands such as the Ottoman Empire, Japan and the United States. Although the sheer number of countries involved in the conflict is enough to describe the First World War as a mass war, what makes it total is the fact that it was waged not only against the enemy’s armies, but also against the civilian

The events of July and early August 1914 are known as the sparks that lit the explosion of World War I. Uneasy tensions that had been boiling beneath the surface of Europe for many years soon erupted and with that several alliances that were formed over the past decades were invoked, so within weeks the major powers were at war; via their colonies, the conflict advanced rapidly. When war officially broke out in 1914, Britain joined in the defense of Belgium and in reaction to Germany's violation of the treaty in which the countries neutrality was to be respected by all other nations. Upon this Britain requested that all dominions of the British Empire, including Canada were to fight on its behalf.

This age in Canadian history was primarily about the politics and economic and social problems that we faced as grew into a more mature independent country. At the heart of it was the Quebec Sovereignty Movement. A large percent of Quebec population wanted to achieve independence and become their own country. The movement was being fronted by the Parti Quebecois and the FLQ, who all by their own means pushed for separating.

The British Parliament started the Quebec Act by bribing Quebec with land, rights , and religious freedom. After all of this the American Colonists were very upset because it was their land that he was giving to them, and The loss of the Ohio Valley which was the trade and trapping center for food and fur was the main issue the colonials could not get past. The Colonials decided that they have had enough and they went and started the American Revolution. The american revolution was the first anti colonial democratic revolution in history. The French during the Quebec act were very pleased and did not have an issue with any of

For argument #3 - At the meeting Prime Minister Borden insisted that Canada have its independent seat to sign the Treaty of Versailles, after World War. He succeed due to the fact that Canada showed that they consisted of a strong country with a powerful army, an inline government and enough resources to support their selves. By being an independent country it lead to Newfound Land to join Canada March 31, 1949 because the British weren’t interested in an empire and Canada was looking towards Confederation ("Newfoundland Joins”). Properly referenced – ("Newfoundland

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.

Quebec wanted to leave Canada, but there had to be a reason and there was. Quebec wanted to leave because of the loss of Acadia. Acadia was a French colony in New France. Acadia was lost when France sent most of its soldiers to battle for Spain. During this time Britain captured the Caribbean because France had sent troops over to Spain so it was easy for the English to defeat the French troops that were left to guard the Caribbean. France however wanted to keep the Caribbean because it had resources

The Proclamation outlines many matters: British Governor ruling Quebec, replacing the French system to English law, promoting English and Protestant religion, and allowing the Canadiens to speak French and practice Catholic religion.

The Quebec Act was created in 1774, to create a permanent administration in Canada to replace the Government. Another reason it was created so that the French Canadians could have a new ruler, but in return, they could keep their religious beliefs. The Quebec Act effected who lived in the area when they got a new leader, and all the people that came from France were happy to know that they could keep all their beliefs. These people were scared to lose their religion, but soon found out that they could keep their beliefs and could still have their

In the Quebec act, it was Guaranteed free practice of the Catholic faith. To sum up the act after a long Seven Year war, including the Treaty of Paris around 1763, many former French subjects became British subjects. With the many issues the British were having in the 13 Colonies Stamp Act, Declaratory Act, Regulator Movement, etc. the British feared that the French in Canada would support the colonists in the 13 Colonies. Therefore, leading to the Quebec Act which ultimately became what can be considered a preventative measure: to protect the peace, knowing if the French Canadians were happy and felt included in the new government, The French Canadian would be less likely to

The Articles of Capitulation signed 1760 marked the concluding chapter of France’s hegemony in North America. By 1764 the French possession of Ile Royale and Ile St.Jean along with their prize colony of Quebec were handed over to Great Britain. Therefore, why are these articles important in contemporary society and does it indicate British hegemony in Canada? The Articles of Capitulation of Montreal in 1760 was a diplomatic tool used by the British military command to supplant the military forces in New France, by confirming to the needs and rights of regular Francophones within Quebec while placing strict editions that legitimized their hegemony in North America. Therefore, it is the purpose of this essay to analysis the Articles of

The Proclamation outlines many matters including Quebec would be ruled by a British Governor, English law replacing the French system, promoting English and Protestant religion, and the Canadiens were allowed to speak French and practice Catholic religion.

Canada put a great amount of effort into the Second World War through the Salvation Army, sending many troops and weapons, and also having the Prime Minister as Mackenzie King. Although Canada had a small population, it was significant in contributing effort into WW2. Many may argue otherwise, but Canada was a large supporter in the war. Canada continued to contribute economically, politically, and militarily in several ways.