What was Toronto like in 1914?
During the First World War, Toronto was English-Canada's largest city and the headquarters for a military district spanning Central Ontario. With a largely British population, Toronto eagerly mobilized for war in 1914 for King and Empire.
When did Toronto begin?
Toronto was founded as the Town of York and capital of Upper Canada in 1793 after the Mississaugas surrendered the land to the British in the Toronto Purchase.
When was Toronto declared a city?
Toronto, Ontario, incorporated as a city in 1834, population 2,794,356 (2021 census), 2,731,571 (2016 census).
When did York turn into Toronto?
In 1834, York had grown to be a town of 10,000 and was incorporated as the City of Toronto.
How was Canada in 1914?
What role did Canada play in ww1?
What did Canada do in 1914?
Why did Canada not join ww2?