Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King addressed the conscription issue during World War II by initially promising not to impose conscription for overseas service, reflecting the strong anti-conscription sentiment in Canada. However, as the war progressed and casualty rates increased, he faced mounting pressure. In 1944, he eventually introduced a limited conscription policy, which allowed for the conscription of soldiers for overseas service, but emphasized that it would be used only if necessary. This decision was controversial and led to significant political and social tensions within the country.
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