Train Busters

Illustrating Britain's preparations for air attack, scenes show destruction wrought by enemy planes, efficiency of retaliation by the Royal Air Force, and precautions taken in Canada against possible air attack.

This is a report on how Canadian women from all walks of life were trained to handle many kinds of work in the Canadian Women's Army Corps, the Royal Canadian Air Force, and the Women's Royal Canadian Naval Service. Basic training, everyday life in the forces, and the contribution of women to Canada's fighting strength are illustrated.

After the outbreak of World War II Canada was transformed into a fighting machine. The production of war materials multiplied; the recruiting and training of fighting men were pushed to the maximum; and twenty-four thousand miles of coast line were guarded. In addition, Canada became the foremost training ground for Allied airmen. In a spirit of democratic cooperation Canadians responded to the needs of war.