The main reason Australians were so eager to voulenteer to support the British in World War one, was that we were still a part of the Commonwealth and if the British Soliers needed help then we, the Australians Soldiers, would be there for them; we had their back.
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Sidney Lewis joined the war primarily due to a sense of duty and patriotism, as many young men did during World War I. He was motivated by the desire to serve his country and contribute to the war effort. Additionally, the societal pressures of the time, along with the influence of his peers and the romanticized view of war, played a significant role in his decision to enlist.
Well the US joined world war 1 so therefore more people were needed. They were fighting against a powerful nation
They wanted to help their country and their allies.
Yes, many men were conscripted or volunteered to serve in World War I, which lasted from 1914 to 1918. Countries involved in the war implemented draft systems to enlist soldiers, leading to millions of men being mobilized for combat. The war had a significant impact on society, with a large number of men serving in various capacities, from infantry to support roles. The experience shaped a generation and left lasting effects on those who fought and their families.
Yes, many did.
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They were no different from Canadian or US males; men from those two nations also rushed to enlist. Adventuresome men have existed since time immortal.
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At the beginning of World War Two (and before) men willingly enlisted. The government put the draft in place eventually. The draft weeded out those who were not eligible to serve and those who could. Men continued to enlist willingly though. Some young men who were only 17 uncommonly and fraudulently enlisted too by telling the recruiters they were 18 and often showed false papers.
Well the US joined world war 1 so therefore more people were needed. They were fighting against a powerful nation
The Union Army took men over the age of 18 during the Civil War
They wanted to help their country and their allies.
They cooked and cleaned and served as nurses for the men in war. That was all they were allowed to do. Some even dressed up as men so they could enlist in the war.
Yes, many men rushed to enlist at the start of the war, driven by a sense of patriotism, adventure, and the belief that the conflict would be short-lived. Initial enthusiasm and societal pressure often led to large enlistments, as young men sought to defend their nation and prove their valor. However, this eagerness quickly waned as the harsh realities of war set in.
Most people didn't enlist the were drafted. If you were a male between the ages of 18 and 30 you needed to declare for the draft but it didn't mean necessarily you would be drafted but most likely you were
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