The Pacifist Who Went to War

The Pacifist Who Went to War

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2002-01-01

This documentary is the story of two Mennonite brothers from Manitoba who were forced to make a decision in 1939, as Canada joined World War II. In the face of 400 years of pacifist tradition, should they now go to war? Ted became a conscientious objector while his brother went into military service. Fifty years later, the town of Winkler dedicates its first war memorial and John begins to share his war experiences with Ted.

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The Pacifist Who Went to War

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This documentary is the story of two Mennonite brothers from Manitoba who were forced to make a decision in 1939, as Canada joined World War II. In the face of 400 years of pacifist tradition, should they now go to war? Ted became a conscientious objector while his brother went into military service. Fifty years later, the town of Winkler dedicates its first war memorial and John begins to share his war experiences with Ted.

Released

2002-01-01

Runtime

52

Director

Budget

$141187

Revenue

$0

Genres

Documentary

Language

English

Production

ONF | NFB

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    Margaret Nagle

    Margaret Nagle