The Early Days of War Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
Who was the Prime Minister of Canada during WW1
A
Robert Borden
2
Q
What was Robert Borden’s policy
A
We must join the war for honour, not because we love war or because we love conquest - join the war with England on Germany
3
Q
Who was running against Robert Borden (the opposition)
A
Wilfred Laurier
4
Q
What was Wilfred Laurier’s policy
A
The Germans are justified in their actions and peaceful, and they have a rich culture - Do not join the war
5
Q
What was Robert Borden’s first language
A
English
6
Q
What was Wilfred Laurier’s first language
A
French
7
Q
What was the Schlieffen Plan?
A
send many troops through Belgium and into France then rush over to Russia
