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The Vimy Effect

From: What We Talk About When We Talk About War

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The author discusses militarism and nationalism in Canada, exploring Canadian military history, Vimy Ridge’s special role in Canadian culture, and perceptions of war and military culture. … 77 $7.70 Add
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The Watch Is Set, 1749–1858

From: Canada's Bastions of Empire

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examines how Britain had made Canada part of its strategic thinking for more than 150 years before war broke out in 1914, with focus on the naval basis in Halifax and Victoria 24 $2.40 Add
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Tupper’s Gift

From: Equal as Citizens

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1860s to 1890s. Examines the influence of Charles Tupper and Samuel Leonard Tilly’s influence on the maritimes in terms of confederation. They convinced the maritimes of the benefit of … 20 $2.00 Add
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A Bloody Colonial: The Story of Roger Pichette

Chapter Two

From: Bombs and Barbed Wire

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Chapter Two focuses on the story of Roger Pichette of the RCAF from Campbellton, New Brunswick, describing his education, time as a tail gunner, time with the No. 142 Squadron known as the … 17 $1.70 Add
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Canada West Attacked

From: Gunboats on the Great Lakes 1866-68

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Describes the Fenian attack on Canada West in 1866 19 $1.90 Add
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The Rise and Fall of the Royal Newfoundland Companies

From: The Invisibles

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In this chapter, Candow describes the factors that events that led to the formation of the Royal Newfoundland companies, as well as what led to their eventual decline and disbanding. 15 $1.50 Add
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New Brunswick at War, 1812-1814

From: New Brunswick and the Navy

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This chapter explores New Brunswick’s role in the war of 1812, looking at the actions of privateers, flottilas, significant ships and figures, and the defense of the Bay of Fundy during the … ; 21 $2.10 Add
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Vimy Ridge and Conscription, January - November 1917

From: The Bitter Harvest of War

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In this chapter, Theobald provides an overview on the bitter debate over conscription in New Brunswick and across Canada. Both federally and provincially, the Conservatives and Liberals were … 23 $2.30 Add
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Fisher’s Reforms

From: Churchill and Fisher

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Historian Barry Bough analyzes Jack Fisher’s reforms in the admiralty from 1904-1911 especially related to technilogical advancements, efficiency for vessels, administrative changes, and … 58 $5.80 Add
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Imperialism

From: Patriots, Traitors and Empires

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Chapter two, Imperialism focuses on defining imperialism and how it relates to both the history of Korea and its present day geopolitics. Imperialism is the activity, enterprise and methodology … 17 $1.70 Add
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The Colonials to the Fore — 1755

From: The Fall of New France

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Looks at the beginnings of the conflict, the underlying tensions between England and France, the population disparity between english colonials and French Canada. Specifically looks at training … 17 $1.70 Add
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The Road to the War Against Democracy

From: Myths of Modern History

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This chapter focuses on the First World War and the myth that this was an unexpected war triggered by an "accident;" rather, as the author explores, this war was wanted, expected, … 29 $2.90 Add
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The Transition from Civilian to Military Nursing

From: Asleep in the Deep

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Having passed a personality test with the emphasis focused on suitability, character, and willingness to conform to the rules, Anna Stamers enrolled in the Saint John School of Nursing and … 14 $1.40 Add
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Threat and Response, 1858–1905

From: Canada's Bastions of Empire

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Mostly dealing with relations with America during this time it analyzes Canadian responses to threats during this period, including the Alaska boundary 50 $5.00 Add
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Trade

From Fish to Wine

From: Bottoms Up

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Chapter 2 explores the initial arrival and early history of intoxicating beverages in Newfoundland beginning with colonial trade in the 17th century. 25 $2.50 Add
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Tradition and Change in Military Education

From: To Serve Canada

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How have other countries coped with the challenges that faced the Royal Military College of Canada? How have they accommodated the academic and military elements in their mandate, and how have … 12 $1.56 Add