Yes, many French Canadians responded to the Mackenzie King government's attempt to impose conscription during World War II by abstaining from voting in the 1942 plebiscite on the issue. This was largely due to their opposition to conscription, stemming from historical grievances and concerns over the government's perceived disregard for their rights and interests. The low turnout and lack of support highlighted the deep divisions between English and French Canadians regarding military service and conscription during the war.
Mackenzie King
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Mackenzie King, as Prime Minister of Canada during World War II, played a crucial role in mobilizing the country for the war effort. He implemented policies that expanded Canada’s military forces and supported the Allies through military supplies and resources. King also fostered national unity by promoting a sense of shared purpose among Canadians, while balancing the interests of English and French Canadians. His leadership helped position Canada as a significant contributor to the Allied victory.
William Colin Mackenzie died in 1938.
Mackenzie king met Hitler before war
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quebec people didnt want to join military since they had no ties to Britain but government forced them in 1945 by conscription. quebec's respnse to conscription was quiet because 2463 conscripts reached front. William Lyon Mackenzie King was scared to introduce because he didn't want to go back on his word.
African American were drafted into both World Wars, but into integrated units in WWII. The Draft was begun before America enter WWI. By WWII the draft was enforced at the federal and local government level by armed forces.
because Mackenzie thought it was unfair government
Conscription had little impact on WWII mostly because a lot of men were going to sign up voluntarily for the service that the US army could not handle them all. They were all given a number and sent home and when their number was called they would then go enlist in the army. It is where the modern Selective Service comes from.
William Lyon Mackenzie led the 1837 Upper Canada Rebellion, which eventually led to government reforms.
G.A Mackenzie has written: 'Nationalism and reaction' -- subject(s): Politics and government
William James Millar Mackenzie has written: 'Theories of local government' -- subject(s): Local government, History
G. Calvin Mackenzie has written: 'The irony of reform' -- subject(s): Politics and government 'American government' -- subject(s): Politics and government, Policy sciences
When he held a vote for conscription. He asked the people of Canada for their voice.
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William Lyon Mackenzie was, among other things, a politician, but he was not a "government." He was, on occasion, a member of the Legislative Assembly of Upper Canada. He was also the first mayor of the City of Toronto.