What were the causes of the First World War and why did Canada become invovled?
The problem started with the same Balkan countries that are creating trouble today. Mutual hatred and distrust among these people that had lasted for centuries, and continues today. Archduke Ferdinand and his wife were appearing in public in a carriage. Both were shot to death by a Serbian anarchist. This was considered an act of war and started the ball rolling in a series of falling dominoe declarations of war. Britain, France and all the other countries became involved due to interlocking treaties giving mutual military support. Everyone chose up sides. Canada was a part of the British Commonwealth and along with other members of the Commonwealth declared war in support of the “mother” country. This included such as Australiai, New Zealand, India, etc.
