Pacifism in the War

This piece is a segment on an article regarding Pacifism in Canada in the first world war and how it was important to both remain outside of conflict and patriotic in other fashions than violence, as well as showing cordiality and respect to their nation’s enemies. Even though the Pacifist movement remained largely minute in impact during the war, it was still notable in that even though there were immense cruelties on both sides committed and horrific acts of violence enacted, there were still sentiments desiring to maintain decency between the opposing sides. The article also contains the idea of criticizing the government in a fashion that is more helpful and constructive rather than bashful and divisive acts that would hamper the effort of the war. Pacifism in Canada during the first world war was also relatively small compared to the booming voice of those wanted a grand victory and the fact that it was more nuanced than simply calling for peace meant that it less of an important factor in the overall outcome of the war.

Bibliography

[1] Julia Grace Wales, Article. "Pacifism in time of War par Julia Grace Wales", 1917, Government of Canada Archives / Collections and Fonds, https://recherche-collection-search.bac-lac.gc.ca/eng/Home/Record?app=FonAndCol&idNumber=4427761&ecopy=e000000256