La Grande Guerre

The Great War (1914-1918) inspired courageous heroes and proud Canadian nationalism, but it was a bloody and devastating four years. Nearly half of Canadian soldiers were killed or wounded in deadly battles like those of Ypres, the Somme or Vimy Ridge. Young readers will discover the role played by Canada during the Great War and learn what life was like in the trenches. They will learn about significant changes in the role of women on the home front and discover heroes like Billy Bishop and Francis Pegahmagabow.

• ISBN: 9782896110728
• Author: Robert Livesey
• 90 pages
• Ages: 8-12