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Britain to pardon Canadian WWI soldiers sparks debate
Readers weigh in on a proposed omnibus bill to pardon 23 Canadian soldiers executed for desertion in the First World War. Critics call the idea self-indulgent chatter while supporters emphasize discipline and memory of the fallen. Cliff Chadderton chairs veteran groups voicing opposition to government meddling in Canadian affairs.
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Great Britain
Desmond Morton
McGill University
Jack Granatstein
Globe & Mail
National Council of Veteran Associations