LE BATAILLON NOIR
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Plongez plus profondément dans l’héritage du 2e Bataillon de construction grâce à des liens et des ressources sélectionnés. Vous y trouverez des informations historiques supplémentaires, des articles et des sites Web qui honorent et célèbrent les contributions du premier et unique bataillon militaire entièrement noir du Canada pendant la Première Guerre mondiale. Ces liens vous mettent en contact avec des sources fiables, des archives historiques et des organisations vouées à la préservation de l’histoire du bataillon et de son importance dans l’histoire du Canada. Explorez ces ressources pour en savoir plus sur le parcours du bataillon, les défis auxquels il a été confronté et son impact durable.
Black Soldiers of the Great War
Today’s exercise invites you to step into the shoes of a historian. By examining a series of pictures, you will work to uncover the identities and backgrounds the individuals captured in each image. This practice will sharpen your observational skills and deepen your understanding of historical context. Let's get started on this fascinating journey of discovery!
Identifying No. 2 Construction Battalion Myths in Canadian Media
This educational activity offers students two news articles related to the overseas service of No. 2 Construction Battalion during the First World War. These articles include several myths about No. 2 that are frequently seen in Canadian print media. The spread of this misinformation distorts the unit's actual overseas experiences, service, and significant contributions to the Canadian war effort.
Black Soldiers of the Great War
Explore our informative PowerPoint presentation on Black Soldiers of the Great War. This resource highlights the significant contributions and experiences of black soldiers during this pivotal time in history. Gain insights into their bravery, challenges, and the impact they made on the war effort. Click the link to learn more about their remarkable stories.
Murder in France - The Mysterious Death of Micheal Jackson
Attached to this activity you will find all of the witness statements collected by the Court of Inquiry. You will notice that the names of the accused have been replaced, as it would be unfair to publish their names because they were never convicted of a crime. Your task is to decide, did the members of No. 2, the Russians, or someone else kill Private Jackson?
No. 2 Construction Battalion: Myths Inquiry
History involves examining the past to help us understand the present. As historians, one of our challenges is to distinguish myth from reality through critical analysis. This exercise aims to deepen our appreciation for the vital contributions of Black Canadians in our nation, while also encouraging us to think critically about narratives.
Myths Surrounding No. 2 Construction Battalion Project
History is the study of the past to teach us about today. One of the challenges we have as historians is to separate myth from fact by applying critical methods. This exercise is intended to increase our understanding of the significant contributions that Black Canadians have made to the creation of our nation and to think critically about what we are told about the past.