The Greatest Generation

In the early 20th century, the young nation of Canada faced a series of grueling challenges that

tested the mettle of the new nation; specifically, the Great Depression, the First World war only to be

followed by the second World War.

Canadians on the Western front

The generation that withstood the brunt of these events has been rightly dubbed “the greatest generation”; indeed, the generation that withstood the two world wars suffered over 100,00 casualties and then had to return to a traumatized country and rebuild the country from the hardship of the Great Depression!

Which they did!

Canadians at Juno Beach on D-Day 6 June 1944

The Great Depression

The Great Depression

Transforming a former colony Tosa world power and a leader in UN peacekeeping and a favorite destination of millions The greatest Generation”?

Completely deserved!

“The History of the Second World War” by John Keegan

“The History of the First World War” by John Keegan

Bibliography

Previous opinion papers submitted to Ms. Tonia Brogue (WJS Canada)

Pivotal Moments in Canadian History submitted to Ms. Tonia Brogue (WJS Canada) June 13, 2023

“The History of Canada: Canada’s Rise to Greatness”, by Conrad Black

“The War That Ended Peace” by Margret McMillan