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Why did so many Britons volunteer to fight in the First World War?
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Why did so many Britons volunteer to fight in the First World War? An excessive wave of nationalism had been one of the primary sources of pre-war tension that had been a significant factor to help cause its outbreak. The announcement of Britain's involvement in the war released this tension and was met with an extraordinary wave of enthusiasm from the public, which was echoed by citizens of countries around the whole Europe. However, Britain's initial involvement in the First World War demonstrated that they were in need of a larger Army; caused by the fact the rest of Europe's combatants had started their armament process early and also because conscription to the armed forces had not been made compulsory until now. The appeal went out and was met with an outstanding reply from British men, eager to do their bit for King and Country. The Secretary of State Lord Kitchener...
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