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Listing of films from the National Film Board. Archival footage includes training films and news magazines from the Second World War.

Listing of films regarding Canada's involvement in World War II. Includes many abstracts on films of the 1940's and newsreel compilations from the time. The abstract for the modern film Death By Moonlight: bomber command is also listed.

Listing of films from the National Film Board dealing with military actions during World War 2. These clips, told from several points of view, paint a picture of an active fighting force and a busy home front dealing with changes in society and industry.

Listing of films from the National Film Board. Canadian history prior to Confederation is brought to life through documentary and animated films.

Listing of films and newsreels regarding Canada's involvement in World War 1. Here are narratives to help remember some of the great battles and soldiers of that time. The contributions and sacrifices made by ordinary Canadians are also documented.

A selection of NFB films on World War I available for streaming from the Online Screening Room. Watch hundreds of films free online.

Listing of films from the National Film Board. The measures taken by Canadian men, women and children at home helped the military overseas. These films look at how individual action by farmers, factory workers, and housewives could affect the safety and victory of Canadian military forces.

Listing of films from the National Film Board dealing with treatment of returning soldiers. Benefit and training programs available to veterans are discussed. The soldiers themselves discuss how they adapted to civilian life.

A selection of NFB film on World War II available for streaming from the Online Screening Room - hundresd of titles for free.

Listing of films from the National Film Board dealing with arms production and its affect on the Canadian economy. The importance to the war effort of civilians as factory workers is discussed. Each listing has an abstract for the related film attached.