The head of the British Army has suggested the need to 'train and equip' a 'citizen army' to prepare for a potential land war, particularly with Russia. This has sparked a debate on the possibility of conscripting civilians for such a purpose. General Sir Patrick Sanders emphasized the importance of a whole-of-nation undertaking in preparing for war. Various discussions have emerged on the willingness of Britons to fight for their country, with surveys indicating mixed sentiments. Political figures, including Prime Minister Boris Johnson, have expressed support for the concept of a citizen military, with some advocating for rearming the nation. The potential reintroduction of conscription has raised questions about its historical use, its feasibility, and the public's readiness to serve in the event of a world war.
🗞️ Daily Mail: 'Former British NATO commander calls for nation to "start thinking the unthinkable and reconsider conscription" - after Army chief said Brits should be "equipped" to fight in war against Russia. @TheSimonEvans @LewisSchaffer @NickDixoncomic https://t.co/To0Ttb3FK8
🔴Boris Johnson has backed the head of the British Army’s call for a citizen military, as he pledged to sign up if the UK goes to war with Russia. Read more here👇 https://t.co/8zT9kBY0KC https://t.co/bPbgOZSK21
We've taken a look at how the UK has used conscription before, and what military experts and the government say about bringing it back ⬇️ https://t.co/NnedHaroNr
By 38% to 28%, Britons aged 18-40 say they would refuse to serve if called up in the event of a world war In the event of a world war Refuse to serve: 38% Volunteer/accept conscription: 28% If UK faced imminent invasion Refuse to serve: 30% Volunteer/accept conscription: 34%… https://t.co/SEdQiTmkPi
🤣😂 On U.K. military conscription… Nails it. https://t.co/RQfdwQUsYg
Will conscription make a comeback? How it's been used in previous wars - and could work in future ⬇️ https://t.co/NnedHaroNr
Brits woke up this week to the surprising news they could face conscription if the UK went to war... https://t.co/o8O0aAIdZn
UK citizens: If you had to die in a war, would you rather die in a war... #Conscription
'17% say they would willingly fight for Britain if there was another world war.' @GoodwinMJ questions the lack of desire amongst Brits to fight for Britain amid calls for conscription. 🔓 Become a GB News Member: https://t.co/mNsRsGC8ef https://t.co/Ov3A0OR2ON
“The idea of conscription civilians is far-fetched, but politicians should be having a conversation with the public about gearing domestic production to rearmament.” Should Britain be producing more arms in case of war? @GlobalPlayer https://t.co/BqGSZE3WYu
General Sir Patrick Sanders, CGS on the possible need for conscription in Britain: “As the pre-war generation, we must similarly prepare—and that is a whole-of-nation undertaking. #Ukraine 🇺🇦 brutally illustrates that regular armies start wars; citizen armies win them.”
Top UK General Says Civilians Will Have To Be Conscripted Into a ‘Citizen’s Army’ To Fight Major War Against Russia via @gatewaypundit https://t.co/41yLkr5wds
Britain should "train and equip" a "citizen army" to ready the country for a potential land war, the head of the Army has said. @TheSpurrShow asks: is Britain actually worth fighting for? https://t.co/yYhPtDS7mH
UK will probably need citizen volunteer army to help deter Russia but conscription unlikely - military analyst https://t.co/l3FCFHfARq
The head of the British Army has said we should "train and equip" a "citizen army" to ready the country for any potential land war. On the #Daily podcast, @skynewsniall is joined by former defence secretary Sir Michael Fallon 👇 🎧
British citizens should be 'trained and equipped' to fight in a potential war with Russia, military chief says Read more ⬇ https://t.co/mp9FtDWiXs