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women worked in the military (+1 economic and social change)
Women were not allowed to enlist as soldiers, sailors, or pilots in World War I. Their role in the military was quite limited. Still, about 1000 women signed on to drive ambulances and took on other jobs with the Red Cross. Women working a mans job helped lay the groundwork for a later revolution in gender equality -
Billy Bishop and the War in the Air (+1 social change)
Canadian pilots, like Billy Bishop, helped to advance Canada's reputation as a reputable air force in WWI. Bishop soon became a famous fighter pilot because of his exploits. The public was fascinated by such examples of Bishop flying across enemy lines and attacking a German aerodrome, shooting down three German planes. Bishops accomplishments helped strengthen Canadas reputation as a military -
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To what extent was this period a time of progress or decline
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those in the military where very proud (+1 and social change)
Frank Walker, a 20 year old man who was chosen for the military, was very grateful to be given this opportunity to fight for his country. "Thank Heaven! All fears are over now. I have PASSED" This shows how men during the time were proud to be Canadian Soldiers -
French-Canadian Regiment (+2 political change)
Given from the perspective of Lieutenant-Colonel Thomas-Louis Tremblay, many French-Canadian soldiers couldn't understand the English instructions given within the Canadian military, not allowing them to be promoted. The 22nd Battalion was formed after the French-Canadian Regiment, allowing French speaking soldiers to be promoted. This is an example of how Canadians were all treated equa -
Francis Pegahmagabow (+2 social change)
From the perspective of Francis Pegahmagabow, one of the aboriginals who went to war and gained a lot of respect from other Canadians and a fierce reputation, as he was an excellent sniper. they also put in a lot of effort to travel to recruitment stations so they could volunteer. This shows how Canadians come together to stand up for what they believe in. First nations gained respect from the war and there reputation as snipers greatened -
Lieutenant Colonel Bordens’s Letter (-2 Social change
Borden sent a letter home with every boy and girl within schools from novia scotia, the letter was completely biased and manipulative. He used un ethical ways to get young children to convince their parents to enlist in the war. He used his authority to give out manipulative information to children, making them beg all men they know to enlist, or else their homes and farms would be destroyed by the "cruel Germans who are trying to destroy our empire". This shows how society became less free. -
Exhibition of Canadian Photography (+1 social change)
The war created a social change for photographers and artists. It helped them to become more visible to the public. The photos and paintings they created helped us get a visual of the war and they can be used to educate the future generations about the war -
Jermiah Jones (+2 social and political change)
Jeremiah Jones, a black man who was enlisted in the 106th overseas battalion, rescued his unit form an enemy machine gun nest, contributing to one of "Canada's greatest victories in World War I". being one of only 16 black soldiers assigned to the Royal Canadian Regiment at Vimy Ridge. His accomplishments lay the groundwork for black communities to gain civil rights -
employment (+2 economic change)
With employment opportunities being added for every soldier sent away, unemployment was eradicated and even women had jobs in the workforce. More jobs where being created as a result of the war, with almost “700 factories churning out aircraft, warships and most of the shells fired by British guns” and “The wartime industry did more than $2 million of business daily”. This is an example of how more job opportunities were available to Canadians and how everyone has a job. -
The Economy and the Home Front (+1 economic)
The government had to turn to its citizens to help finance the war. Taxes on tobacco, alcohol, transport tickets, and telegrams were introduced. Even basic items, such as tea and coffee, were taxed by the end of the War. The government also added income tax, this act introduced a tax based on yearly income to most Canadians. The Canadian tax system is still used in modern Canada and helps the government fund human needs like education, hospitals, and public services