World War II began with Germany's invasion of Poland, triggering Britain, France, and the Soviet Union to declare war on Germany. The League of Nations failed to prevent the conflict, as major factors like the Treaty of Versailles, Hitler'
Japanese Canadians were viewed as suspicious and sent to remote, labour camps without their possessions, separated from their families and stuck in poor living conditions for 3 years,
Declaring war on Germany
Canada was worried about the spread of Fascism and wanted to support Britain in the war effort to stop Hitler from taking over all of Europe.
The Trigger Cause of WWll
Germany Invades Poland
Germany is warned about any further invasions but invades Poland anyway and Britain, France and the Soviet Union declare war on Germany.
Response from the Home Front
Women
Worked in munitions factories making weapons, could volunteer for the war effort as drivers, nurses, communications operators
Men 18-45
Enlistment was high in Canada, most provinces and territories had 50% of the male population participate in the war.
People from Quebec
Non-English speaking, did not support the decision to follow the British to war, enlistment was much lower in this province
The Causes of the WWII (H.A.L.T)
Appeasement
Britain and France tried to protect themselves by allowing Germany to invade Austria and Czech but it backfired because it allowed them to feel strong enough to invade other European countries.
The League of Nations
Was not successful in preventing another World War.
Treaty of Versailles
Germany felt the terms were unfair, they wanted to gain back the territory lost and make the country great again.
Hitler's Rise to Power
Hitler used his military background, oppressive and aggressive leadership, and propaganda to make Germany a military threat again.
