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Canada declares war on Italy

Broadcast Date: June 10, 1940

Prime Minister King declares war against Italy, and annouces the death of Canada's defence minister.

Canada declares war on Italy

Medium: Radio

Program: CBC Radio Special

Broadcast Date: June 10, 1940

Guest(s): William Lyon Mackenzie King

Duration: 13:09

Last updated:
Nov. 15, 2004


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