Impact On Civilian S Flashcards
Recruitment
Poor pay for recruits
No barracks for armies to stay meaning towns had to house them which was harder as the size of armies grew
The 1757 militia act was resented as many believed the militia that was formed would be forced to travel abroad
Requisition and tax
In 1700 the army relied upon requisitioning wagons and animals from civilians .
The cost of the army rose from 1 million to 8 million between 1700 and the mid 18th century . This would increase tax however the burden was lessened due to an increase of population .
The wars against france cost 25 million each yet
Impact of news reports
The crimea war was the first war to have reporters observing the action . The reporters used telegraphs to send their notes back.
This caused the public to increasingly critisise the government as they became more aware of the violence
The media coverage encouraged many to donate to the war effort
Concerns over the treatment of soldiers pressured government to force change
