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_aRoberts, Frederick Sleigh Roberts, Earl, _d1832-1914 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aLord Roberts' Message to the Nation |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2017 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2017-07-31 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Al Haines | ||
| 520 | _a"Lord Roberts' Message to the Nation" by Earl Frederick Sleigh Roberts is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book is essentially a collection of speeches and writings that address the pressing need for national military preparedness and the necessity of a strong defense system in Britain. The discussions unfold against the backdrop of rising tensions in Europe, particularly concerns regarding the military capabilities of Germany. In this work, Lord Roberts articulates a clarion call to the British public, emphasizing the imperative of compulsory military service to ensure national security. He argues that without a well-trained, adequately sized army, Britain risks its sovereignty amid the advancements of other European powers. Through a detailed critique of the existing Territorial Force, he highlights its shortcomings in discipline, equipment, and numbers. Roberts fervently advocates for the establishment of a "Nation in Arms," urging that all able-bodied citizens prepare to serve and defend their country, thereby framing military service as both a civic duty and a badge of honor. His reflections serve as a sobering reminder of the realities of military engagement and the risks of complacency in the face of potential threats. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aGreat Britain -- Defenses | ||
| 653 | _aGreat Britain. Army | ||
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