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'I Don't Believe In Murder'Delve into a compelling narrative with 'I Don't Believe In Murder' by Margaret Lovell Smith, published by Canterbury University Press. This insightful book explores the experiences of over 350 men imprisoned in New Zealand during World War I for sedition and resisting military service. Discover the stories of dedicated pacifists from Canterbury who courageously opposed the burgeoning militarism and imperialism of the era. This alternative history
Delve into a compelling narrative with 'I Don't Believe In Murder' by Margaret Lovell-Smith, published by Canterbury University Press. This insightful book explores the experiences of over 350 men imprisoned in New Zealand during World War I for sedition and resisting military service. Discover the stories of dedicated pacifists from Canterbury who courageously opposed the burgeoning militarism and imperialism of the era. This alternative history offers a unique perspective on the pre-war landscape, wartime conscription, and the indomitable spirit of the labour, socialist, and women's movements in Christchurch.As you navigate through its 328 pages, you will be drawn into the powerful accounts of young men who bravely refused to take up arms. Their commitment to their consciences led them to face imprisonment and the loss of civil rights, standing firm in their religious, humanitarian, or political beliefs against the war. Utilizing archives, newspapers, and personal collections, this book is an essential resource for understanding the moral challenges faced during a nation’s involvement in armed conflict.
'I Don't Believe In Murder' is a vital addition for historians, educators, and anyone interested in social justice and peace movements. Perfect for readers who appreciate in-depth explorations of historical events and their impact on society. The book is a standard paperback, measuring 170 x 240 mm, making it an ideal choice for your bookshelf.
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'I Don't Believe In Murder'
Author: Margaret Lovell-Smith Publisher: Canterbury University Press
More than 350 men were imprisoned in New Zealand during World War I for sedition or resisting military service. Among them were numerous Canterbury pacifists, motivated to resist the tide of militarism and imperialism that was sweeping the world. I Don't Believe In Murder is an alternative history of the years before, during and after New Zealand's involvement in World War I. It depicts the strong response made by Canterbury's labour, socialist and women's movements to pre-war compulsory military training and wartime conscription. Most importantly, it tells the stories of the people who made Christchurch the leading city in the peace movement, and of the young men who refused to fight, enduring imprisonment, hardships and loss of civil rights - all determined to follow their consciences and take a religious, humanitarian or political stand against war. Drawing on archives, newspapers and family collections, this is a crucial narrative for understanding the moral dilemmas posed by a country's participation in armed conflict.
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 170 x 240 mm
Pages: 328
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