Aboriginal War Veterans Monument
by R. Scott Sheffield
Thousands of Indigenous peoples served in the Canadian military forces in each conflict, mostly voluntarily. On the home front, most Indigenous communities participated in the national war effort in diverse ways.
The world wars were dramatic events for Indigenous peoples in Canada. Conflict offered these marginalized populations opportunities to renew warrior cultural traditions, reaffirm sacred treaties, prove their worth to indifferent Canadians, break down social barriers and find good jobs. Thousands served in the military forces in each conflict, mostly voluntarily. In total, more than 500 died and many more were wounded or captured. On the home front, most Indigenous communities participated in the national war effort in diverse ways. Despite their contributions and sacrifices, however, Aboriginal peoples remained marginalized...http://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/indigenous-peoples-and-the-world-wars/
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