War and Peace

During the Second World War, NFB documentaries informed and inspired Canadians and audiences around the world. These documentaries offer a unique vantage point on the wartime experience at home and on the front.

Excerpts

Break-through

The Gates of Italy

Heroes of the Atlantic

Inside Fighting Canada

Proudly She Marches

The War for Men's Minds

Teachers

Inside Fighting Canada

1942, Director: Jane Marsh

1 min 30 s

Questions

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Questions 1. We have become familiar with the kind of aerial footage that this excerpt shows, but in 1942 it was still new to movie audiences. What effects might such footage have on the audience? How would it rally support behind the war effort?

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About This Film

Synopsis/Credits

After the outbreak of World War II Canada was transformed into a fighting machine. The production of war materials multiplied; the recruiting and training of fighting men were pushed to the maximum; and twenty-four thousand miles of coast line were guarded. In addition, Canada became the foremost training ground for Allied airmen. In a spirit of democratic cooperation Canadians responded to the needs of war.
Running Time: 11 min 00 s

Director Jane Marsh

Producer James Beveridge

Script and Text Jane Marsh

Editor Jane Marsh

Producers National Film Board of Canada