Grade 10 History Post WW2 & Cold War

Flashcards about Post WW2 & Cold War History.

The United Nations (UN)

A global international organization with goals to maintain international peace and security, promote social progress, better living standards, and human rights.

North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)

An international organization for defense collaboration, aligned against Soviet expansion.

Warsaw Pact

A pact signed by eastern European nations to combat western alliances, similar to NATO.

North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD)

A military command established by Canada and the United States in response to the Cold War and the threat of Soviet air attacks.

Korean War

Conflict where Communist China and the Soviet Union supported North Korea, and the United States supported South Korea.

Suez Crisis

Crisis where Egypt, supported by the Soviet Union, threatened to ban ships traveling to Israel via the Suez Canal.

Distance Early Warning Line (DEW Line)

A defense line created by North America to protect against Soviet attacks.

Counter Culture

A period of social and cultural change rejecting mainstream values and desiring social justice, peace, and revolution.

Hippies

Rejection of traditional values; associated with the hippie movement.

Igor Gouzenko

A Russian clerk who discovered a Soviet spy ring operation in Canada.

Louis St. Laurent

Prime Minister who replaced Mackenzie King, continuing Canada's autonomy and expanding social programs.

Lester B Pearson

Liberal party leader and Prime Minister who modernized Canada, introducing the new flag.

John G. Diefenbaker

Progressive Conservative leader, a passionate public speaker, and the first Prime Minister from Western Canada.

Communism

Government-controlled property and businesses with restricted basic freedoms.

Democracy

Citizen freedoms, capitalism, and the right to vote.

Iron Curtain

Communist influence across Eastern Europe, creating a defensive buffer zone for Russia.

Immigration Boom

The increase when Canada relaxed immigration restrictions after WW2.

War Brides

British women who married Canadian soldiers during WW2 and immigrated to Canada.

Displaced persons

Individuals escaping communism and political persecution who immigrated to Canada from Europe.

Baby Boom

The surge in births after World War II, leading to a large generation.

Suburbia

The growth of mass-produced housing, increased automobile use, and a focus on family life in suburban areas.

Teenagers

A youth culture that emerged from the baby boomer generation, with new fashion, music, and values.

New Flag

Canada's flag, adopted in 1965, featuring a red and white maple leaf design.

Duck and Cover

A civil defense strategy to protect oneself during an atomic bomb attack.

Official Languages Act

An act making French and English Canada's official languages, establishing Canada as a bilingual country.

Royal Commission on Bilingualism & Biculturalism

Response to French Canadians calling for protection of their language, culture, and opportunities.

Bill 101

An act in Quebec mandating French as the language of instruction, government, and business.

War Measures Act

An act granting the government broad powers during emergencies.

War Measures Act

Act used by Pierre Trudeau to combat the FLQ.

1982 Constitution & Charter of Rights and Freedoms

It makes sure that the federal provincial and territorial governments respect people’s right and freedoms

FLQ

Front de Libération du Québec, a separatist group seeking Quebec's independence.

October Crisis

Crisis involving the kidnapping of James Cross and Pierre Laporte by the FLQ.

60’s Scoop

Removal of Aboriginal children from their families into the child welfare system.

Consequences of 60’s Scoop

Resulted in psychological and emotional trauma and feelings of not belonging.

Truth and Reconciliation

An opportunity to share their stories and experiences by those affected by residential schools.

Pierre Trudeau

Young Prime Minister and champion of multiculturalism and charter rights.

Maurice Duplessis

Premier and attorney general of Quebec 1936-1939 and 1944-1959

Jean Lesage

Premier of Quebec 1960-1966 known as the Father of Quiet Revolution

Rene Levesque

Premier of Quebec 1976-1985. Member of Jean Lesage’s liberal cabinet during the Quiet Revolution. He later founded the Parti Quebecois (PQ)