0.5 million men signed up to join the armed forces in 1914.
After Serbia's reject of Austrian Ultimatum, on July 25, 1914, the Russian government ordered to start the partial mobilization of its armed forces.
C.E.F. or CEF refers to the Canadian Expeditionary Force, the armed forces sent by Canada to fight in the Great War (WW1 1914-1918). Other countries used similar designations as well, A.E.F. for the American Expeditionary Force, ANZAC for the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps.
No Canadian was awarded the VC in 1914. 6 were awarded for actions in 1915, but none for 1914.
The Canadian army entered the war in 1914 The Canadian army entered the war in 1914
Robert Engwerda has written: 'Conscription' -- subject(s): World War, 1914-1918, Draft, Recruiting, enlistment, Armed Forces
After Serbia's reject of Austrian Ultimatum, on July 25, 1914, the Russian government ordered to start the partial mobilization of its armed forces.
Canadian National Depot was created in 1914.
Canadian Aviation Corps was created in 1914.
Canadian Patriotic Fund was created in 1914.
Canadian Expeditionary Force was created in 1914.
In 1914, countries maintained large armed forces due to rising nationalism, imperial ambitions, and the belief in military solutions to diplomatic conflicts. The arms race and the formation of complex alliances heightened tensions, as nations sought to deter aggression and assert their power. Additionally, the prevailing militaristic culture glorified military strength and preparedness, leading to an environment where large standing armies were seen as essential for national security and prestige.