Wednesday, 30 July 2014

Tuesday 4 August 1914


War Office Library copy of the Mobilisation Regulations updated for 1914 
 
 
Britain declares war on Germany after they refuse to withdraw from Belgium. Mobilisation begins and many motorcyclists are trapped in Europe having travelled for the International Six Day Trial due to start yesterday.
 
Back home Mobilisation begins according to a predefined plan. Motorcyclists rush to their nearest recruitment centre to sign up as Dispatch Riders whilst others are recalled to their military HQs.

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