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What were Indigenous soldiers fighting for?

Throughout the 20th century, many Indigenous people enlisted in military service to fight wars, risk their lives and make monumental sacrifices.

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For thousands of Indigenous soldiers who fought for Canada, war was an escape from the grim realities of life at home

Indigenous soldiers were generally treated as equals in the ranks, though there were exceptions. But when they returned home, they found little had changed.

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For thousands of Indigenous soldiers who fought for Canada, war was an escape from the grim realities of life at home

Indigenous soldiers were generally treated as equals in the ranks, though there were exceptions. But when they returned home, they found little had changed.

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Moses and Hage: Indigenous heart missing from LeBreton Flats plan

Moses and Hage: Indigenous heart missing from LeBreton Flats plan
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