Compare Canadians' reaction to the announcement of World War I with that of World War II. Why did many people volunteer?
Well this what my friend said. The World War I announcement shattered Canadian's hearts, they were not willing to help with the war because the government was forcing them to. But the World War II announcement was much better. King gave a very strong speech in favor of declaring war, it was all up to the people if they were willing to fight. Many people volunteered because they thought it was necessary to be involved in war and there would be no conscription.
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World War I devastated Britain, but it didn't threaten the whole world. World War II, with Hitler leading Germany, appeared to be a threat to the Americas.
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The reactions of Canadians to the announcements of World War I and World War II were indeed different, and the reasons why people volunteered varied as well. It is important to note, however, that individual reactions and motivations can vary and not all Canadians had the same perspective.
During World War I, the reaction in Canada was mixed. The initial response was a sense of patriotic duty to support the British Empire and its allies. Many Canadians believed that it was their duty to fight for King and country. Recruiting campaigns focused on loyalty, duty, and defending Canadian values, and these campaigns were largely successful in recruiting volunteers.
However, as the war progressed, it became clear that the conflict was more brutal and deadly than initially anticipated. News of the high number of casualties and the realities of trench warfare began to dampen people's enthusiasm. The conscription crisis in 1917 further strained the relationship between the government and the population. Conscription, which was the compulsory enlistment of men into the military, was met with resistance and protests in Canada. Many individuals felt that they were being forced to fight a war they did not fully support.
The announcement of World War II in Canada had a different reception. Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King delivered a passionate speech on September 10, 1939, in which he announced that Canada would be joining the war effort. Unlike in World War I, King emphasized that the decision to fight was ultimately up to the Canadian people. He stated, "It is not an easy or a light thing to decide that on the fields of battle Canadian sons will shed their blood. It is a decision, however, that will be made by Canadians themselves."
King's speech, along with the perceived threat of Nazi Germany and its allies, led to a surge of patriotism and a willingness to defend Canadian values and freedom. Many people believed that it was necessary to be actively involved in the war to protect their way of life. Additionally, the memory of World War I and its impact on the country may have played a role in the desire to prevent another global conflict.
It is important to recognize that these explanations provide a general overview and do not capture the nuances and individual motivations of all Canadians. People's personal beliefs, experiences, and circumstances would have influenced their reactions and decisions to volunteer or not during both World Wars.