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Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie were assassinated.
Franz Ferdinand, heir to Austria-Hungary's throne, and his wife, Sophie, are assassinated by Serbian nationalist Gavrilo Princip. -
Austria-Hungary declares war on Serbia.
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Germany declares war on Russia.
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Germany declares war on France.
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The United Kingdom declares war on Germany, after Germany invades Belgium.
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Start of WWI
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Austria-Hungary declares war on Russia and Serbia declares war on Germany.
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Battle of Ypres begins.
The first battle of Ypres. -
Germany declares a "war zone" around Great Britain.
Germany declares a "war zone" around Great Britain, essentially effecting a submarine blockade where even vessels were to be potential targets. -
Canadians Rights Under Attack during WWI
During WWI Aboriginal People, Black Canadians, and Asian Canadians had no equality rights. They would mistreat them and treat them differently. This was due to their race, nationality or ethnic origin. German and Ukraine Canadians lost their democratic rights. They weren’t allowed to vote and they believed they were "enemy aliens." -
The Second Battle of Ypres begins.
The Second Battle of Ypres begins. It is during this battle that the Germans first use poison gas. This battle cost 6000 Canadian lives and proved that Canadian troops could do the job when asked. Also, German advance was stopped. -
A Hero, Billy Bishop.
Billy Bishop was a hero, he served in WW1 as a pilot. He was very skilled and courageous. He served 27 out of 72 victories. Also, he gave Canada a good reputation and organized the RCAF. The Royal Canadian Air Force ( RCAF ) is the air force of Canada. -
The Battle of the Somme begins.
The Battle of the Somme begins. During the Battle of the Somme, tanks are first introduced into battle. It was a terrible bloodbath for both sides. Also, 60000 causalities were on the first day. -
New technology
Tanks, they were created in WWI,1917. It was designed to allow armies to cross No Man’s Land. -
Battle of Vimy Ridge
This battle gave new hope to allies and a turning point in Canada’s history. This is also the first time Canadians fought together for the first time. Canada loses 10,000 soldiers in this battle and Vimy Ridge is later chosen as the site of Canada's National Memorial. -
Women Vote
Right to vote: British subjects over the age of 21 to vote if they were the wife, mother, sister or daughter of a man serving overseas and widows of members of the armed force. Lost vote: Pacifists people who opposed war. They took away from "enemy aliens" they believed that members of these groups would vote against the party. -
Conscription
Conscription: creation of a list of people who must go to war. It was an issue that bitterly divided Canada. It started in WWI because fewer people were volunteering to serve in the army. These were English speaking Canadians and later French. A letter was reported to kids from 16 years and older. Eventually, this caused violent protests and riots. -
The Treaty of Versailles
A peace agreement between the Germany and its Allies, Germany lost everything. Example, their oversea colonies and they were very humiliated. -
Austria Signs an Armistice
Austria signs an armistice (peace agreement). -
Germany Signs an Armistice Agreement
Germany signs an armistice agreement. This agreement ended WWI. -
Canada signs the Treaty of Versailles as an independent country.
On Nov 11/1918 Canadians changed, they were not willing to allow Britain to speak for them. Canada had earned the right to send independent delegates to the negotiating table. Canadians had gained its independent ever since. -
Main purposes of a successful Treaty
The Treaty of Versailles
1. Establish and maintain peace
2. Ensure justice for all concerned
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WWI changes Canada: Farmers
Farmers had high demand which led to high prices. As a result, demand was high and famers earned good income. After the war, prices got lower and this meant lower income for farmers. Eventually, farmers struggled to get by. -
Causes of World War I
1.Militarism
2.Assassination
3.Alliances
4.Nationalism
5.Imperialism
