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World War II: Canada at War [VHS]

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Found these videos to be an excellent account of Canadian soldiers during WWII. Unlike most war movies this is a true account of Canadian soldiers and the kinds of missions they had. Would highly recommend it to any WWII historians and Legionairs.

I remember watching in rapt amazement the Canada at War series when it was first shown in the early 1960s. In fact, I remember it being shown to students at my school.My father flew with the RCAF in bomber command and this was an opportunity to explore some of his role in the war. This was the first television series which provided a comprehensive picture of the role of the Canadian military during World War 2. Although not as well known as the World at War series, it is less "preachy" and stands the test of time more effectively.

Those people who identify Canadian international participation by its politically correct "peacekeeping" role will be surprised by the significant contribution made by that country during the second world war. Two facts: 1. by the end of the war Canada had the 3rd largest navy in the world. 2. Canadians served in all the major theaters of the war.

The music score is wonderfully written and is a highlight of the series. Film clips include scenes from other series as well original footage.

Long after "The Valor and the Horror" has been justly assigned to the scrap heap of historical revisionism, the "Canada at War"
series will justly be remembered as an accurate tribute to Canada's proud contribution to the second world war. A must have for any history enthusiast.