Although the war is over, I am still not home yet. I'm anxious to return home for I've been gone for two years. The letters from home have kept me updated though, on all that has been occurring back home.
I don't except it to be the same when I return home. How can it be? So many have lost their husbands, brothers and sons. It is difficult to fathom the pain and grief that they are suffering through.
Mother told of the rations which were brought in. It must have been difficult having the limit on their food but I am grateful that they did otherwise we would have had less over seas. I do hope that it stops soon.
Father mentions of a new tax, the income tax. It is meant to be mandatory. The war had cost Canada over $1 million a day. This would be hard to earn back, but maybe with the victory bonds, we will be closer. Germany was forced to pay all the reparations, which does seem a bit cruel. However if it'll help with the economy it might seem a bit less cruel.
Looking at the war politically, it has been beneficial to Canada. We gained independence from Britain. Our bravery during the battles has shown the world that Canada is a brave and independent nation. At the Paris Peace Conferences Canada even had a separate seat from Britain. Along with our autonomy, this war has helped women gain the right to vote as well. I know mother and Rose are happy of this achievement and I can't wait to return home and see their new found happiness!
Price of Victory:
| Enlisted | 595 000 |
| Served overseas | 418 000 |
| Killed in Action | 35 666 |
| Died of wounds | 12 420 |
| Died of disease | 5 405 |
| Wounded | 155 799 |
| Prisoners of War | 3 575 |
| Presumed dead | 4 671 |
| Missing | 425 |
| Deaths in Canada | 2 221 |
| Total Dead | 60 383 |
| Population of Canada |
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