For the defence of Canada by Canada. Military Service Council

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Author Canada. Military Service Council
Title For the defence of Canada
Original Publication Ottawa: The Military Service Council, 1917.
Note Reading ease score: 56.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Jamie Brydone-Jack, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "For the Defence of Canada" by the Military Service Council is a historical account addressing Canada's involvement in World War I, likely written during the early 20th century. This publication articulates the rationale and necessity behind Canada's commitment to the war alongside Great Britain, emphasizing themes of national duty, sacrifice, and the moral obligations of citizenship. It reflects on the broader implications of war for freedom and democracy, addressing both the practical and philosophical dimensions of military service. The book begins by asserting that Canada could not remain neutral while the British Empire was engaged in war, highlighting the importance of unity against external threats, particularly from Germany. It chronicles the voluntary enlistment of Canadian soldiers, praising their valor and the sacrifices made by those who joined the fight, while also foreshadowing the impending need for a draft as the war prolonged and casualties mounted. The text underscores the emotional and moral weight of military service as a collective national responsibility, positioning the struggle as not just for the Empire, but as a battle for the preservation of freedom and the nation's integrity itself. Ultimately, it seeks to galvanize public support for the Military Service Act, which would introduce compulsory military service, thereby reinforcing the necessity of equal contribution to safeguard democracy and honor those who fought valiantly in the trenches of Europe. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class UB: Military science: Military administration
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Canada
Subject Draft -- Canada
Subject Canada -- Military policy
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EBook-No. 74336
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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