War Artists Resource Kit
This guide invites students to explore Canadian war art through guided activities. It offers a selection of stories and perspectives that explore art produced (mostly) by Canadian artists who were part of war art programs during the First and Second World Wars, the Korean War, and the mission in Afghanistan.
The Memory Project and Historica Canada produced this kit with the generous support of the Government of Canada. The Memory Project, a program of Historica Canada, is a volunteer speakers’ bureau that arranges for veteran and active members of the Canadian Forces to share their stories of military service at schools and community events across the country.
Art plays a crucial role in documenting war because it captures emotional, cultural, and human aspects of conflict in ways that traditional historical records cannot. It helps convey the lived experiences of soldiers, civilians, and survivors, highlighting the personal toll of war.