Conscription Collection (page 6)

Shadow drawing. C. H. Bennett, Rather Sheepish
Rather Sheepish. A young shepherd sheepishly avoids military conscription. Illustration from a series of shadow portraits of fictional characters by Charles H Bennett entitled Shadow and Substance

General Mobilization Army Reserve
Royal proclaimation from George V, calling up reserve soldiers to permanent service

Conscription Act of 1917
Some 5000 women appeared outside New York City Hall on 16th June 1917 to present an anti-registration petition to the mayor. Two women rioters are arrested for fighting with police

The Marriage Tie
A man is torn between duty to his family and duty to his country during World War One. Eventually, conscription would include married men also

My Dads at the Front
Children used as recruiting sergeants in Cardiff, 1915. The British Cabinet were against conscription and so Lord Kitchener had to rely on recruitment drives

Immigrants at the docks, London, 1904
Engraving showing a group of immigrant children huddling together at the docks in front of a warehouse, London, 1904. In 1904 there was a influx of Jewish immigrants to London

The Imperial German Navy
German officers and men aboard the Moltke. Manned chiefly by conscription, the German navy was criticised for disrespecting International Law and sinking Allied merchant-ships without warning

A Derby night
Illustration by S. Begg showing a long queue of men lining up to enlist. Lord Derby, Director General of Recruiting in 1916 introduced the Derby scheme which encouraged men from the same offices or

Conscription / Russia 1941
Young men register to join the Russian army. Conscription was introduced on 23 June 1941

Conscription New York
Desperate for men, the Federal government introduces conscription : in New York this is effected by ballot. It is less than popular

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"Conscription: A Historical Journey Through Time" In the realm of conscription, a tapestry of stories unfolds, revealing both the triumphs and tribulations that have shaped nations. From war-torn battlefields to bustling city streets, this practice has left an indelible mark on history. As we delve into its narrative, one cannot ignore those who were absent from their homes and loved ones. The conscripts of 1807 passing in front of the Porte Saint Denis in Paris evoke images of brave souls marching towards an uncertain future. Their departure forever altered the lives they left behind. Fast forward to World War I, where a powerful poster beckoned men with patriotic fervor - "Your King and Country Need You. " It was a call that echoed through every corner as patrons at Cafe Royal engaged in spirited discussions about duty and sacrifice. But it wasn't just men who answered the call; women too played an integral role. In 1941, an advert for recruiting women for the WaF (Women's Auxiliary Forces) showcased their strength and determination amidst turbulent times. Across continents, even dictators like Benito Mussolini recognized the power of conscription. In his fascist regime during the 1930s, he sought to mold a nation united under his banner. Yet not all responses to they were met with open arms. The Secession War or American Civil War saw opposition rise as draft riots engulfed New York City in flames. Insurgencies set fire to institutions such as the asylum for colored orphans during these tumultuous times. Amidst these struggles emerged poignant moments captured by artists' brushes and photographers' lenses. Engravings depicting "The Departure of Conscript" in 1851 reveal tearful farewells while another engraving portrays a constricted soldier returning home as a sapper – scars etched upon his soul alongside newfound skills acquired on distant battlegrounds.