This was the first statute authorising full conscription in British history. The Act stipulated that men aged between 18 and 41 could be called to service, unless they were married, had children, or served in certain professions such as industry or the clergy.
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Citation: Editors, Litencyc. "British Military Service Act in force". The Literary Encyclopedia. First published 01 March 2010 [https://www.litencyc.com/php/stopics.php?rec=true&UID=12360, accessed 09 June 2026.]
