Reform in recruitment and training (Edexcel GCSE History): Quizzes
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How could wealthy individuals obtain officer positions before reforms?
How could wealthy individuals obtain officer positions before reforms?
By buying commissions
What was the typical enlistment period for ordinary soldiers c1700-1850?
What was the typical enlistment period for ordinary soldiers c1700-1850?
8-12 years
Who did the army sometimes release from prison for military service during wartime?
Who did the army sometimes release from prison for military service during wartime?
Criminals and debtors
What age range did the Militia Act of 1757 apply to for parish selection?
What age range did the Militia Act of 1757 apply to for parish selection?
18-50 years old
How long was militia service under the 1757 Militia Act?
How long was militia service under the 1757 Militia Act?
Five years
Who introduced the Army Act of 1870?
Who introduced the Army Act of 1870?
Edward Cardwell
Under Cardwell's 1870 Act, how was the 12-year service divided?
Under Cardwell's 1870 Act, how was the 12-year service divided?
6 years active, 6 reserve
What were 'linked' battalions under the 1871 Regularisation Act?
What were 'linked' battalions under the 1871 Regularisation Act?
One domestic, one abroad per regiment
When was the sale of military commissions officially ended?
When was the sale of military commissions officially ended?
1871
What was the Woolwich Royal Military Academy established for in 1741?
What was the Woolwich Royal Military Academy established for in 1741?
Artillery and engineering training
When did military schools open at Hythe and Shoeburyness?
When did military schools open at Hythe and Shoeburyness?
1853 and 1859
When were branding and flogging of soldiers abolished?
When were branding and flogging of soldiers abolished?
1881