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A Modern City Emerges (1945-1960)

From: The History of Montréal

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The postwar period was a boom time for Montreal in terms of the city’s population, economy, and size. The period was spent making up for lost time, after the hardships of depression and war. It was also a time when a strong desire to modernize swept across a broad range of areas. The chapter explores social, religious, political, and economic changes in the city during this period.

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Paul-André Linteau

Paul-André Linteau is professor of history at the Université du Québec à Montréal. Specializing in economic, social, and urban history, he has written many books on the history of Quebec and Canada, with an emphasis on Montreal. His many awards include the Prix Léon-Gérin, Quebec’s highest distinction in humanities, and the International Canadian Studies Award of Excellence. Paul-André Linteau is a fellow of the Royal Society of Canada.