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War and Peacekeeping

War and Peacekeeping

This collection looks at the experiences of Canadian soldiers during the wars in which Canada has participated. It also examines the legacy of these wars, as well as Canadian participation in United Nations-led peacekeeping missions.

  • 2016
  • 13-14
  • 31 Titles

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Afghan Fighting: Canadians Under Attack

News in Review - May 2006 Afghan Fighting: Canadians Under Attack

In March 2006, Canadian soldiers began a dangerous new mission in Afghanistan. Operating from two bases in the city of Kandahar, they began taking part in combat operations against Taliban insurgents. It didn't take long before the Taliban struck back, killing and wounding some of our soldiers. In this News in Review story we'll take a look at our Canadian ...
  • 2006
  • 00:15:07
  • 13-14
  • Added on: 05/15/2006

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Afghanistan: A Frontline Report

News in Review - November 2010 Afghanistan: A Frontline Report

Canada’s military mission in Afghanistan is scheduled to end in July 2011. Some Canadians want that mission to continue, but how successful has it been? In this News in Review story we’ll go on a six-day patrol with the soldiers of Delta Company and show you what kind of challenges and dangers they must confront.
  • 2010
  • 00:14:32
  • 13-14
  • Added on: 11/15/2010

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Afghanistan: Canadians Prepare for War

News in Review - March 2006 Afghanistan: Canadians Prepare for War

Canadian soldiers are about to begin a new and dangerous mission in Afghanistan. Instead of just trying to keep the peace in that troubled country, they will take part in combat operations against Taliban insurgents. In this News and Review story we'll look at what our soldiers are trying to accomplish in Afghanistan. We'll show you how they are preparing ...
  • 2006
  • 00:13:39
  • 13-14
  • Added on: 03/15/2006

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Beyond Words: Photographers of War

CBC | Radio-Canada Documentary Beyond Words: Photographers of War

A raw, unflinching look at the role of the war photojournalist. Told from their point-of-view and with their startling and graphic images, Beyond Words takes you into the world of the combat photojournalist. Often living like gypsies, constantly moving, frequently in danger, this profession attracts a unique kind of individual. We learn about what they see and how they are ...
  • 2005
  • 00:57:35
  • 15-17
  • Added on: 06/14/2013
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Bosnia: A Peacekeeper's Nightmare

News in Review - September 1992 Bosnia: A Peacekeeper's Nightmare

Major-General Lewis MacKenzie and the Canadian peacekeeping troops are the focus for examining the United Nations' peacekeeping actions in the former Yugoslavia.
  • 1992
  • 00:13:39
  • 13-14
  • Added on: 09/15/1992

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Broken Heroes

The Fifth Estate Broken Heroes

Every Remembrance Day, we honour the sacrifices made by those who were killed or physically injured serving their country in wartime. But, what of those with the crippling but invisible wounds of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? In this Fifth Estate documentary, Gillian Findlay introduces us to three Canadian soldiers who served in Afghanistan. Jeff, Matt and Dave all speak candidly ...
  • 2009
  • 00:42:11
  • 15-17
  • Added on: 06/14/2013
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Canada at War

News in Review - February 1991 Canada at War

Dan Bjarnason gives an historical overview of the international conflicts in which Canadians have participated.
  • 1991
  • 00:10:32
  • 13-14
  • Added on: 02/15/1991

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Canada in Iraq: The Hidden War

The Fifth Estate Canada in Iraq: The Hidden War

One of the largest decisions weighing on the shoulders of prime minister-designate Justin Trudeau is what role, if any, should Canada play in the war against ISIS. And how will Canadians know whether their efforts are having the intended results? Do we really know what our troops are doing in Iraq? Do we even know whether Coalition airstrikes are hitting ...
  • 2015
  • 00:40:51
  • 15-17
  • Added on: 02/17/2016
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