He pointed out that the threat of war had come upon us at a most opportune moment as regards his own Department, because, only two or three weeks before, the Fleet had been partially mobilised, and large reserves called up for the great Naval Review by His Majesty at Spithead and the extensive naval manoeuvres which followed it.
"1914"
John French, Viscount of Ypres
A more practical suggestion to form mobilised regiments of National Guards by taking the most active men from the existing battalions is being seriously considered by the Government.
"Diary of the Besieged Resident in Paris"
Henry Labouchère
A decree has been issued ordering a company of 150 men to be mobilised in each battalion of the National Guard.
"Diary of the Besieged Resident in Paris"
Henry Labouchère