Who was the Prime Minister of Canada during the Great Depression?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for historical information about the leadership of Canada during the Great Depression, specifically identifying the Prime Minister at that time.
Answer
William Lyon Mackenzie King and Richard Bedford Bennett.
The Prime Minister of Canada during the Great Depression were William Lyon Mackenzie King and Richard Bedford Bennett. King served during the periods 1926-1930 and 1935-1939, while Bennett was in office from 1930 to 1935.
Answer for screen readers
The Prime Minister of Canada during the Great Depression were William Lyon Mackenzie King and Richard Bedford Bennett. King served during the periods 1926-1930 and 1935-1939, while Bennett was in office from 1930 to 1935.
More Information
William Lyon Mackenzie King was the longest-serving Prime Minister of Canada, leading during both the onset and the latter part of the Great Depression. Richard Bedford Bennett led Canada at the height of the Depression but was criticized for his handling of the economic crisis.
Tips
Confusing the periods when each served during the Great Depression is common. King was before and after Bennett, so identifying the correct time frames is important.
Sources
- William Lyon Mackenzie King - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- R. B. Bennett - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
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