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The Conscription issue split Canada by separating different groups. Farmers didn't want their sons/hired men to join the army, because they wouldn't have enough workers. Industrial workers also opposed conscription. Opposition in Quebec was the strongest, however. The predominantly English-speaking population felt that it was their duty to fight in the war, and condemned the French-Canadians, portraying them as a 'foul blot' on the country. Tensions were high, and there were many violent demonstrations. A historian described the following election:
"More than any other single event, it split Canada into two nations... . The effects of that Khaki Election continue to haunt us today."
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Why did the labor party split during world war 1?
The labor party of WW1 was split because the leader Billy Hughes was a very big fan of the idea of conscription (men being forced into the armed forces so as not to loose the war from lack of soldiers) Many people in the party (and in australia) were horrified by the idea, infact australia was almost divided in half. Those who supported conscription followed Mr huges and with that suport Billy Hughes created his own party and Introduced conscription of soldiers to fight on the australian fronts. He wanted more but didn't want to loose his place in leading australia.
Where was conscription?
Conscription is the required service of citizens in the military. It is often called the draft. Several nations still have conscription such as South Korea and Thailand.
What was two groups against conscription were formed in 1964?
Save Our Sons, and The Youth Campaign against Conscription.
Is conscription used today?
no
Compulsory conscription Britain World war 1?
The Compulsory conscription was ordered by Hitler in the World War 2, that was against the Treaty of Versailles
Why is conscription a sensitive issue in Canada?
no
Which Prime Minister of Canada stated not necessarily conscription but conscription if necessary?
Mackenzie King
Where did conscription take place?
Montreal, Canada
Why was conscription necessary during World War 2 for Canada?
Canada was a British Territory and all British Territories were subject to conscription into their own army.
What are the long term effects of conscription?
There are no perfectly correct answer to the issue of conscription. The USA gave that policy up decades ago with no negative results. Other nations such as Israel must have fair conscription laws. The answer to the issue depends on the circumstances of each nation.
Do people think Canada should have used conscription?
deerrerdr
What were the cons of conscription in 1917?
There are many cons, for one, trying to pass conscription laws was very hard and caused stress for Canada's leaders at the time.
What is an irregular shape that can be split?
Any irregular shape can be split. The issue is whether the parts are regular.Any irregular shape can be split. The issue is whether the parts are regular.Any irregular shape can be split. The issue is whether the parts are regular.Any irregular shape can be split. The issue is whether the parts are regular.
What are the similarities and differences of conscription in Canada during World War I and 2?
African American were drafted into both World Wars, but into integrated units in WWII. The Draft was begun before America enter WWI. By WWII the draft was enforced at the federal and local government level by armed forces.
What is conscription crisis?
It was a political and military crisis in Canada during the Great War.
What effect did conscription have on civilians during the war?
Riots, protests, and fleeing to Canada.
How was conscription abolished?
Germany had conscription during WW1, but the Paris Peace Treaty forbid it. Later it was returned and is still used today. In Canada the people didn't like conscription adn the government said they wouldn't use it unless it was aposutly nessassary.
