The New Equation: Annexation and Reciprocity (1840-1860)

In this documentary we survey the period between 1840 and 1860. Canada considers its options—annexation, continentalism, free trade, and economic nationalism—while the "one continent, one nation, one flag" ideology enjoys strong support on both sides of the border. Part 5 of the series Struggle for a Border: Canada's Relations with the United States.