Canada on the Doorstep 1939
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Author Description
Things were very different in 1939 - a pivotal year when Canada wavered on the doorstep of a clouded future. Some years are more spectacular than others, and 1939 was no exception. Canada was a different place: steak was twenty-nine cents a pound and a brand-new Ford coupe could be bought for just $856. It was a year when the king and queen toured Canada and wowed to use a showbiz term everyone from Toronto and Vancouver to Gogama and Craigellachie.It was also a year when Canada wavered on the doorstep of a clouded future: isolation and neutrality or the continued embrace of the British Empire? The onset of war and the Royal Visit settled all that as Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King beat back external and internal threats to keep the tapestry of national unity from unraveling.Through Canada on the Doorstep you'll discover the births, deaths, storms, international intrigue, and politics that made 1939 so memorable.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
The year 1939 marked a critical juncture for Canada, poised between isolation and its ties to the British Empire on the brink of global conflict. The nation navigated a complex landscape shaped by economic realities, royal visits, and the looming shadow of war. Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King worked to maintain national unity amidst external threats and internal divisions, ultimately steering Canada towards its wartime role.
THE SCOPE MAP
- Economic conditions in 1939, including the cost of goods like steak and automobiles.
- The significant event of the King and Queen's royal tour across Canada.
- The pivotal decision between isolationism and continued allegiance to the British Empire.
- The impact of the onset of World War II and the Royal Visit on national policy.
- An examination of Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King's leadership in preserving national unity.
- Exploration of births, deaths, international intrigue, and political events that defined the year.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
The book appears to offer a detailed historical account of Canada in 1939, focusing on the socio-economic conditions, political decisions, and significant events of that pivotal year. The narrative likely explores the tension between neutrality and imperial commitment, culminating in Canada's entry into World War II, all framed by the memorable Royal Visit. The author's approach seems to weave together personal stories and broader political developments to paint a comprehensive picture of the nation at a crossroads.
Page Count:
380
Publication Date:
2017-01-26
Publisher:
ReadHowYouWant.com, Limited
ISBN-10:
1525237861
ISBN-13:
9781525237867
History
Non-Fiction
Canadian History
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