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Shell Shock: A term used during WWI to describe psychological trauma experienced by soldiers, later known as PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder).

Social Credit: A political and economic theory advocating for monetary reform to improve economic conditions, which became a significant political movement in the 1930s.

Spanish Flu Pandemic: A deadly influenza pandemic that spread globally in 1918-1919, leading to millions of deaths and altering public health responses worldwide.

Statute of Westminster: A law passed in 1931 that granted full legal autonomy to the dominions of the British Empire, crucial for Canada’s legislative independence.

Suburbs: Residential areas on the outskirts of urban centers that became popular in the post-war era, reflecting demographic and economic changes in society.

Suffrage: The right to vote in political elections; suffrage movements fought for the rights of women and disenfranchised groups, leading to significant legal changes.

Tariff: A tax imposed on imported goods, used as a tool for protecting domestic industries and influencing trade policies.

The Blitz: The sustained bombing campaign by Nazi Germany against the United Kingdom in 1940-1941, representing resilience among British civilians.

The Somme: A significant battle during WWI (1916) noted for its high casualty rates, symbolizing the horrors of trench warfare.

Total War: A type of warfare where a country mobilizes all its resources to defeat an enemy, blurring the lines between civilian and military involvement.

Treaty of Versailles: The 1919 peace treaty that ended WWI, imposing heavy reparations and territorial losses on Germany, contributing to the rise of WWII.

Triple Alliance (WWI): The military alliance of Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy during WWI.

Triple Entente (WWI): The alliance of France, Russia, and the United Kingdom in opposition to the Triple Alliance before and during WWI.

Unemployment Relief Act: Legislation aimed at providing financial assistance to those unemployed, reflecting efforts to combat economic hardship.

Union Nationale: A political party in Quebec that promoted provincial nationalism and conservative policies, active from the 1930s to the 1980s.

United Nations: An international organization founded in 1945 aimed at promoting peace, security, and cooperation among countries.

UN Security Council: A key component of the United Nations responsible for maintaining international peace and security through resolutions and sanctions.

V2: A German ballistic missile used during WWII, marking a significant advancement in rocket technology and leading to post-war space exploration efforts.

Victory Bond: Government-issued bonds sold to American citizens during WWII to finance military operations, instilling a sense of unity and patriotism.

Vimy Ridge: A significant battle in WWI where Canadian troops achieved a pivotal victory, symbolizing national unity and courage in the face of adversity.

Winnipeg General Strike: A major strike in 1919 involving thousands of workers advocating for better wages and working conditions, highlighting labor issues in Canada.

Ypres: A series of battles in WWI near the town of Ypres in Belgium, notable for the first large-scale use of chemical weapons, fundamentally changing warfare tactics.