Publisher's Synopsis
""Maple Leaf Up, Maple Leaf Down: The Story Of The Canadians In The Second World War"" is a comprehensive account of Canada's involvement in the Second World War. Written by Peter Simonds, a renowned Canadian historian, the book covers the full spectrum of Canada's contribution to the war effort, from the early days of the conflict to the final victory in 1945.The book is divided into chapters that cover major events and campaigns, including the Battle of the Atlantic, the Battle of Britain, the Dieppe Raid, the Italian Campaign, the Normandy Invasion, and the liberation of the Netherlands. The author provides a detailed analysis of the strategies, tactics, and key players involved in each of these battles, as well as their impact on the overall course of the war.Simonds also explores the social and political context in which the war was fought, highlighting the challenges faced by the Canadian government and military in mobilizing resources and manpower for the war effort. He examines the role of women, indigenous people, and other marginalized groups in the war effort, as well as the impact of the war on Canadian society and culture.The book is richly illustrated with photographs, maps, and other visual aids that help to bring the story to life. It also includes a comprehensive bibliography and index, making it an invaluable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the history of the Second World War and Canada's role in it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
