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Historian Tim Cook on the Canada-US alliance

The Paul Wells Show

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King and Roosevelt: Allies in Crisis

This chapter explores the complex relationship between Canadian Prime Minister Mackenzie King and U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt during World War II. It details King's initial disillusionment with Roosevelt's neutrality and his strategic efforts to navigate Canadian politics while fostering strong ties with the U.S. The narrative highlights how King balanced his concerns for Canadian sovereignty with the essential cooperative agreements that underpinned Canada's significant contribution to the war effort.

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