World War I: Catalyst of Emancipation

Ben Hallworth

Edmonton, Alberta

Researching Canadian history reveals longstanding trends that have defined what it now means to be quintessentially Canadian.

World War I: Steps in Building Canada's Identity

Michelle Huynh

Vancouver, British Columbia

‘[F]ighting as our own military force in World War I helped us to achieve our own sense of national identity’

World War II: A Turning Point in Human Rights

Charlotte Kurs

Barrie, Ontario

‘World War II was a definite turning point for Canadian human rights policies.’

World War II's Impact on the Lives of Women

Amy Tai

London, Ontario

This research helped me realize how thankful I should be to those who sacrificed their lives to protect us.

World War One and the Shaping of Canadian Women

Kaeley Wiebe

Ardrossan, Alberta

The campaign for women's rights is a cause I believe is of utmost importance.

World War One's Impact on Women in Canada

Hannah Toms

West Vancouver, British Columbia

I am interested in the World Wars and the effect that these conflicts had on the lives of ordinary people.

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