The World at War – International Speaker Series, Apr 23

The World at War – International Speaker Series is an annual series of academic events, presented by the Canadian War Museum, to mark the centenary of the First World War. The events, presented in a variety of formats, provide an opportunity for the public to learn from leading Canadian and international experts about the war’s national and global reach, its cost and its legacies.

Tickets may be purchased at the Museum, by calling 819-776-7000 or from our website, warmuseum.ca.

Debate: Conscription 1917 – Was it Necessary?
Thursday, February 26, 7:30 p.m.
Barney Danson Theatre
Tickets: $10, $7 for students, seniors and Members

J.L. Granatstein, award-winning historian and author argues Yes! Conscription was militarily necessary to support the operations of the Canadian Corps during a crucial period of fighting.

Serge Durflinger, Associate Professor, History Department, University of Ottawa argues No! Conscription was the result of chaotic recruiting policies and reckless promises.

The debate will be moderated by Paul Kennedy, host of CBC Radio One’s IDEAS.

Panel: Gallipoli – Three Perspectives
Thursday, April 23, 7:30 p.m.
Barney Danson Theatre
Tickets: $10, $7 for students, seniors and Members

Marking the 100th anniversary of the battle of Gallipoli, the Canadian War Museum brings together an international panel of historians to present their perspectives on this battle and its legacy across three countries.

Dr. Peter Pedersen, consultant historian for the Australian government’s commemorative projects on the Australian battlefields of the Western Front and retired Assistant Director for the Australian War Memorial
Dr. Katie Pickles, Associate Professor of History, University of Canterbury, New Zealand
Dr. Yigit Akin, Assistant Professor, Tulane University