Canada in the 1920s-30s: Key Figures and Movements

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📋 Course Outline

  1. Key figures of 1920s-30s
  2. Canadian political leaders
  3. Notable women and legal cases
  4. Economic fluctuations
  5. Causes of Great Depression
  6. Impact of Winnipeg Strike
  7. Cultural Americanization

📖 1. Key figures of 1920s-30s

🔑 Key Concepts & Definitions

W.L Mackenzie King was the Liberal prime minister of Canada during the 1920s and 1930s. He played a significant role in shaping Canada's political landscape during this period. R.B. Bennett was the Conservative prime minister of Canada during the same era, known for his leadership during the Great Depression. Jim Braddock, known as the 'Cinderella Man,' was an American boxer who made a remarkable comeback during the Depression to become the world heavyweight champion. Henry Ford revolutionized automobile production by establishing the first assembly line to produce the Model T, making cars more affordable and fostering Canadian nationalism and employment. Sir Frederick Banting discovered insulin, a breakthrough treatment for diabetes, and was awarded a Nobel Prize for this achievement. J.S. Woodsworth was a democratic socialist politician and a key leader in the winning general strike; he stood up for his beliefs and was arrested for his activism.

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1. What was the effect of William Aberhart's proposed economic reforms in Alberta during the 1930s?

2. What was the function of Canada's reliance on natural resources in contributing to the Great Depression?

3. Which key feature is most closely associated with Henry Ford's impact during the 1920s-30s?

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W.L. Mackenzie King — role?

Canadian Liberal prime minister in 1920s-30s.

R.B. Bennett — leadership?

Conservative PM during the Great Depression.

Henry Ford — innovation?

Created assembly line, made cars affordable.

Sir Frederick Banting — discovery?

Discovered insulin for diabetes treatment.

Jim Braddock — story?

Boxer who made a Depression-era comeback.

William Aberhart — reforms?

Social Credit leader proposing economic reforms.

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