Cold War Canada : The Making of a National Insecurity State, 1945-1957

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pp.511, “Uncovers a systematic state-sponsored repression of communists and the Left in Canada, directed at civil servants, scientists, trade unionists, and political activists. Reconstructs the Gouzenko spy scandal, and examines the purges in the National Film Board and trade unions, attacks on peace activist James Endicott, and the trials of Canadian diplomat Herbert Norman. Outlines the creation of Canada’s Cold War policy and the country’s alignment with the US in the global Cold War. Includes b&w photos.”

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ISBN 080205935x
ISBN13 9780802059352
Number of pages 511
Original Title Cold War Canada : The Making of a National Insecurity State, 1945-1957
Published Date 1996
Book Condition very good
Jacket Condition very good
Binding hardcover
Size 8vo
Place of Publication Toronto
Edition First edition
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pp.511, “Uncovers a systematic state-sponsored repression of communists and the Left in Canada, directed at civil servants, scientists, trade unionists, and political activists. Reconstructs the Gouzenko spy scandal, and examines the purges in the National Film Board and trade unions, attacks on peace activist James Endicott, and the trials of Canadian diplomat Herbert Norman. Outlines the creation of Canada’s Cold War policy and the country’s alignment with the US in the global Cold War. Includes b&w photos.”

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Weight 1.6 kg