Scots reasons for joining up

Question 1

Why was patriotism a reason for joining up?

Answer 1

Many Scottish citizens saw it as their right to fight for their country.

Question 2

Why was Alternative to prison a reason for joining up?

Answer 2

This was given out to very minor cases. But many saw it as a better way to spend the next little bit of their time.

Question 3

Why was excitement and adventure a reason for joining up?

Answer 3

Many young Scots saw joining up as a way of getting out of their boring lives from ever dull jobs to dull background many joined up for this reason