HC Deb 28 August 1914 vol 66 cc291-2W
Mr. BRIDGEMAN

asked the Under-Secretary of State for War whether recruits who join now may only enlist for the period during which the War lasts; and, if so, whether he has received information to show that recruiting has been hindered on that account, and that more would join if they were allowed to enlist permanently?

Mr. TENNANT

Recruits may enlist either for the duration of the War or for the usual period of engagement, namely, twelve years.

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