HC Deb 12 May 1919 vol 115 c1368W
Mr. CHARLES EDWARDS

asked the Secretary of State for War whether the Relief Force sent to Russia were volunteered for that service; and is he aware that men who refused to volunteer have been summoned to attend a district court-martial in consequence?

Mr. CHURCHILL

The Relief Forces sent to North Russia are composed of volunteers with the addition of time-serving Regular soldiers and men who have enlisted for two, three, or four years under Army Order of 1919, who in each case are enlisted for general service. I should be glad if the hon. Member will give me more definite information with regard to the latter part of the question, in order that it may be inquired into.