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LoC No.: 13007371

Title: Lord Roberts' Message to the Nation

Note: Reading ease score: 47.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Al Haines

Summary: "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.)

Author: Roberts, Frederick Sleigh Roberts, Earl, 1832-1914

EBook No.: 55235

Published: Jul 31, 2017

Downloads: 74

Language: English

Subject: Great Britain -- Defenses

Subject: Great Britain. Army

LoCC: Military science: Armies: Organization, distribution, military situation

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 13007371

Title: Lord Roberts' Message to the Nation

Note: Reading ease score: 47.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Al Haines

Summary: "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.)

Author: Roberts, Frederick Sleigh Roberts, Earl, 1832-1914

EBook No.: 55235

Published: Jul 31, 2017

Downloads: 74

Language: English

Subject: Great Britain -- Defenses

Subject: Great Britain. Army

LoCC: Military science: Armies: Organization, distribution, military situation

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.