Social Issues and the Economy
National Film Board documentaries reflect upon incidents from Canada’s past and show political history as it happens.
Excerpts
The Back-breaking Leaf
1
Billy Crane Moves Away
1
2
Camera On Labour no. 4
1
Citizen Discussions
1
Home Front
1
2
Newfoundland Sentinel of the Atlantic
1
Strike in Town
1
Questions
1. This excerpt shows a broader range of women's roles than the first excerpt. Does the excerpt support the suggestion that the Second World War was a step forward in women's struggle for equal rights?
2. Compare this excerpt with the one from Proudly She Marches. Which do you think shows a more positive view of women during the war? Why?
2. Compare this excerpt with the one from Proudly She Marches. Which do you think shows a more positive view of women during the war? Why?
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Short Description
With the outbreak of World War II women shouldered the tasks of maintaining the home front and providing the support needed by the fighting men.