Owen Schalk

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Canada In Afghanistan

A story of military, diplomatic, political and media failure 2003-2023

Canadian leaders then and now claim great success for Canada’s role in Afghanistan from 2003 to 2014 and beyond. Though 151 Canadians were killed in combat, the Canadian military played a … 200 View
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Introduction: Canada’s role in the "War on Terror" Introduction: “War on Terror”

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In the introduction to his book, Schalk discusses the Canadian government’s obfuscation of its own motives in becoming involved in the war in Afghanistan. He explores the propaganda that … 30 $3.00 Add
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Chapter 1: Tools of Canadian foreign policy

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In this chapter Schalk summarizes key moments in Canada’s political history that influenced Canada’s foreign policy leading up to, and including the years during Canada’s … 14 $1.40 Add
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Chapter 2: Liberals and Conservatives: A difference of branding

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In this chapter, Schalk discusses how both the Conservative and Liberal parties have historically branded themselves and Canada, and how these branding efforts have influenced the public’s … 13 $1.30 Add
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Chapter 3: Afghanistan before 9/11

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In this chapter, Schalk describes the political landscape of Afghanistan pre-war. He provides context to The United States’ motivations to occupy Afghanistan by documenting the history … 10 $1.00 Add
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Chapter 4: Oil and minerals: Canada’s secret stake in Afghanistan

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In this chapter, Schalk discusses the abundance of gas, oil, and minerals that made Afghanistan an attractive entity to control. Schalk details both Canada and The United States’ attempts … 11 $1.10 Add
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Chapter 5: Canadian counterinsurgency

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In this chapter, Schalk discusses the catalyst for Canada’s role in the occupation of Afghanistan. Breaking down the true geopolitical motives that led to the Canadian military’s … 36 $3.60 Add
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Chapter 6: Underdeveloping Afghanistan

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In this chapter, Schalk analyzes the consequences of foreign countries imposing their aid in the development of Afghanistan. He critiques the prioritization of pro market policies prior to … 18 $1.80 Add
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Chapter 7: A propaganda system

From: Canada In Afghanistan

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In this chapter Schalk discusses the Canadian government’s strategic portrayal of their mission in Afghanistan, highlighting the use of media censorship and celebrity endorsement to … 22 $2.20 Add
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Conclusion: Beyond mythologized history

From: Canada In Afghanistan

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In the conclusion to his book, Schalk summarizes the impacts of Canada’s role in the war in Afghanistan. Highlighting Ottawa’s consistent lack of retrospection, the expansion of the … 12 $1.20 Add