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A series of leaflets, directed at women in Canada and Britain during the First World War, provides insights into both the British and Canadian governments’ efforts to actively involve women in the struggle for victory.

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As one of Canada’s largest manufacturing and transportation centres, Hamilton, Ontario, a major Great Lakes port close to the U.S. border, played a crucial role during the two world wars. During the 1914-18 conflict, as well as training troops for land, sea, and air, Hamilton was lauded for industrial productivity and the extraordinary achievement of its citizens in raising funds.

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Under the editorship and management of eccentric polymath, C.K. Ogden, The Cambridge Magazine achieved national fame, along with considerable controversy. Reaction to its “pacifist” sentiments resulted in questions in the British parliament and systematic spying on Ogden’s activities, as well as the ransacking of his Cambridge bookstore premises.