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Outbreak of World War I
Ranking: +1 (Progress)
Theme: Political
Rationale: Canada's immediate mobilization alongside Britain signaled its readiness to defend the British Empire. This boosted national unity and affirmed Canada's status -
Sir Robert Borden (Prime Minister during WWI)
Ranking: +1 (Progress)
Theme: Political
Rationale: Borden's leadership during WWI, including efforts to introduce conscription and increase Canada's autonomy within the British Empire, -
War-time Economy
Ranking: +1 (Progress)
Theme: Economic
Rationale: Canada's wartime economy expanded significantly, boosting industrial production and employment. -
Women's Contribution to the War Effort
Ranking: +2 (Significant Progress)
Description: Women took on roles in the industry and support services, which expanded their roles. -
New technology
Ranking: +2 (very good)
Rationale: This was good for Canada because we got new technology and learned new things which helped us in the long run -
Battle of Vimy Ridge
Ranking: +2 (Significant Progress)
Theme: Military
Rationale: The successful capture of Vimy Ridge by Canadian forces was significant. It showcased Canada's military prowess and contributed to national pride and identity. -
Conscription Crisis
Conscription Crisis (1917)
Ranking: -1 (Decline)
Theme: Political/Social
Rationale: The conscription crisis deeply divided Canada along linguistic and regional lines. French Canadians opposed conscription, leading to tensions and protests. -
Halifax Explosion
Ranking: +1 (Progress)
Description: Halifax Explosion prompted a significant humanitarian and economic response, -
Arthur Currie
Arthur Currie
Ranking: +2 (Significant Progress)
Description: Arthur Currie's leadership led to notable victories and enhanced Canada's military reputation. -
Spanish Influenza Pandemic
Ranking: -1 (Decline)
Description: The Spanish Flu caused widespread illness and economic strain, affecting post-war recovery. -
Treaty of Versailles
Ranking: 0 (Neutral)
Theme: Political
Rationale: Canada's participation in the Treaty of Versailles negotiations marked its first independent diplomatic effort on the international stage but had mixed long-term effects.