Education

Connecting the people of Canada, both young and old, to their written and oral history has always been a challenge. In all of us is a desire to understand where we came from. Sharing our history with each other gives everyone a sense of belonging and a feeling of identity in our community. We’re a land of many wonders living under lucky stars. We come from multiple backgrounds and share a broad and far reaching international history. The search, collection and sharing of this knowledge with our online friends is the aim of this section.

First World War

First World War (pdf document)

This 15 page document highlights poignant events of Canada's First World War experiences with easy to read sections and visually pleasing graphics. Courtesy of the Youth Ambassadors program.

National War Memorial (pdf document)

This 8 page document discusses the history behind the National War Memorial that stands in Confederation Square, Ottawa Ontario. Also discussed is the production and meaning behind each of the bronze figurines and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Included is infomation about the Replica of the National War Memorial and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier that is used as a travelling educational exhibit keeping history alive for British Columbians. Courtesy of the Youth Ambassadors program.

Check out our FIRST WORLD WAR VIDEO

Second World War

Second World War - PowerPoint Presentation.

This slide presentation is a great resource for teachers. The PowerPoint file goes into a complex animation of the major battles of WWII. Check out the speaker notes for all the details of each battle and Canada's involvement.

*Korean War - coming soon.

*Peace Keeping Missions - coming soon.

*Gulf War - coming soon.

*War in Afganastan - coming soon.

Special downloadable items, learning modules as well as live presentations will be made available with the ability for Educators to book online. Such as:

Suggested Memory Projects for schools,

Songs of Remembrance for choirs

Exciting One Act Plays detailing war history for School Theatre

A traveling Museum quality multi-screen presentation on the history of the Rise and Fall of the Third Reich and Japan 1936-45 which ties together our sacrifices for freedom with the challenge of teaching Social Responsibility to our Youth.

There will also be regular posting of Legion Competitions with great prizes!

Meanwhile, to help you begin an historical research project here are some links to excellent sites which have natural synergies with The Legion’s Legacies.

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