HC Deb 24 February 1916 vol 80 c788
13. Sir JOSEPH WALTON

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he will take into consideration the practicability of giving the warlike Zulus and Basutos of South Africa the opportunity of volunteering for service in the German East African campaign?

The UNDER-SECRETARY of STATE for WAR (Mr. Tennant)

This matter has been considered, but it is not considered practicable or desirable to employ these natives in the manner suggested.

Mr. C. WASON

Is this not a matter which is almost entirely and practically in the hands of the South African Government?

Mr. TENNANT

Yes, Sir.

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