how did canada become a peacekeeping nation?
i wrote about lester b pearson
is there another point?
http://www.vac-acc.gc.ca/youth/sub.cfm?source=teach_resources/peacefact
http://www.david-kilgour.com/mp/Peacekeeping%20U%20of%20A.htm
thanks ms. sue :D
Yes, Lester B. Pearson played a significant role in Canada's emergence as a peacekeeping nation. However, there are other factors that contributed to this development. Here is another point you can include in your discussion:
1. Emergence of the United Nations: The end of World War II led to the creation of the United Nations (UN) in 1945. Canada actively participated in the negotiations and became one of the founding members of the organization. As the UN's primary mission was to maintain international peace and security, Canada saw an opportunity to contribute to global peacekeeping efforts.
To elaborate on this point, you can explain that Canada's commitment to peacekeeping grew alongside the UN's expanding scope of operations. As the UN initiated peacekeeping missions around the world, Canada gradually increased its involvement. Canadian peacekeepers served in various conflicts, including the Suez Crisis in 1956 and subsequent missions in the Congo, Cyprus, Haiti, and the Balkans.
In these peacekeeping roles, Canada focused on impartiality, mediation, and de-escalation of conflicts. Lester B. Pearson, who served as the President of the UN General Assembly in 1952, proposed the concept of UN peacekeeping forces during the Suez Crisis. Pearson's proposal, known as the "Pearson Peacekeeping Plan," outlined the deployment of neutral UN troops to separate warring parties and create a buffer zone. This approach gained widespread international support and earned Pearson the Nobel Peace Prize in 1957.
In addition to Pearson's contributions, Canada's commitment to peacekeeping was further reinforced by its national identity, diplomatic priorities, and desire to contribute to global stability. Over time, peacekeeping became a central aspect of Canada's foreign policy, shaping its reputation as a peacekeeping nation.
By highlighting these points, you can provide a comprehensive explanation of how Canada became a peacekeeping nation, beyond Lester B. Pearson's influence.