When the war started, most volunteers in the army were of British heritage. In the fall of 1915, however, a more diverse army was taking shape. Why did the Canadian government start allowing battalions to be created based on ethnicity or religion?
2007-12-05 00:19:26 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ History
There are times at which such distinctions can be helpful.
Those things, which usually draw distinctions between groups, can be used to unify a military unit even further. If you know the man next to you holds the same basic beliefs as you, you can be more confident in that person. The unit can sometimes function better under those circumstances.
2007-12-05 00:40:09 · answer #1 · answered by Yun 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
At first it was a war with England, but when must have realized that they were going to need the help of the members of the British Common Wealth. So they then called upon the help of the Canadians. So I ask you this.. Whould you rather not serve with your own kind(same beliefs, neighborhoods, countries) rather then a foreigner? Some men feel more willing to die for their country and fight harder when knowing they are among comrades.
2007-12-05 09:26:16 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋