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Canada's Wars

Hardcover  
ISBN: 9780545980265 Pages: 128 Ages: 10 and up Dimensions: 8.75" x 11.25"
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About this book

A fascinating account of Canada's military history and the role Canada's troops have played on foreign soil.


In this important new book, Jonathan Webb gives young Canadians a comprehensive look at Canada's efforts in wars ranging from the Boer War of 1884 up to the war in Afghanistan. Each section provides an overview of the wars themselves, and the circumstances under which Canada and Canadians became involved, whether government-directed or by personal conviction. What emerges is a fascinating story of our growth as an independent nation, along with an ever-evolving definition of the peacekeeping role our country plays on the world stage.


Moving accounts of lives saved and lives lost are ultimately what all stories of war are about. Through vivid photographs, memorabilia and staggering statistics about the men and women who have served for our country, young readers are given a fascinating look at an aspect of our country's ongoing history — the aspect that is often the most difficult to address.

Awards

Shortlisted, OLA White Pine Award, Non-fiction 2012
Shortlisted, Hackmatack Children's Choice Award (Atlantic Canada) 2011
Shortlisted, Children's Literature Roundtables of Canada, Information Book Award 2011
Commended, IODE Canada Violet Downey Recommended List 2011
Commended, Best Books for Kids and Teens, Canadian Children's Book Centre 2011
Commended, OLA Best Bets 2011

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