HC Deb 09 June 1915 vol 72 c241
12. Mr. FELL

asked if the War Office have now decided to order all armed troops to fire on all Zeppelin airships on their raids over this country whenever they come within range of their rifles?

Mr. TENNANT

The orders are that all Zeppelins are to be fired at if and when they offer a target.

Mr. FELL

Does that cover rifle-shooting as well as anti-aircraft guns?

Mr. TENNANT

That would cover any case where there is a possibility of hitting.

Colonel LOCKWOOD

How long has that order been given?

Mr. TENNANT

For some time.