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The Second World War – Canadian Experience Gallery 3

Canada’s fight against dictatorships overseas transformed the country and its place in the world.

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The third gallery explores Canada’s fight against dictatorships overseas during the Second World War. The gallery introduces the visitor to the oppressive and aggressive dictatorships of the 1930s, and the mounting pressure for a strong response from the rest of the world.

Photo at top of page: CWM2019-0032-0067-Dm

 

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Suggested visit: 45 minutes
To get the most of the exhibition, we suggest giving yourself about 45 minutes to explore.

The Second World War – Canadian Experience Gallery 3

An exploration of military campaigns plus home-front life.

The Second World War – Canadian Experience Gallery 3

An exploration of military campaigns plus home-front life.

Forged in Fire: Canada and the Second World War

The Second World War transformed Canada and its place in the world. The outbreak of war in September 1939 drew Canada into a second global conflict. Canadians ultimately served in virtually every theatre of operations, while the home front mobilized to support the war effort.

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A fighter jet on display in the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa.
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