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Recruiting his health 1917
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Recruiting his health 1917
The healthy manpower was simply not there, and in 1917 only 36% of men examined were suitable for full military duties.
1917
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In 1917, as the First World War raged on, the need for manpower in the British Army was greater than ever before. However, the healthy manpower was simply not there. Only 36% of men examined were deemed suitable for full military duties due to various physical and mental unfitnesses. The recruitment process was rigorous, with potential recruits undergoing a thorough medical examination and inspection. In this photograph from the Illustrated London News, a recruit is being examined by a medical officer at a recruitment center. The officer, with a serious expression, carefully checks the recruit's teeth, looking for signs of decay or other dental issues. The recruit, dressed in a simple tunic and trousers, looks anxious and uncertain, perhaps wondering if he will be found fit for duty. The poor physical condition of many recruits was a major concern for the military. The harsh realities of trench warfare and the demands of military training took a toll on even the fittest of men. The Mayo Clinic, an American medical institution, had sent a team of doctors to Britain to help assess the fitness of recruits. Dr. Bateman, one of the doctors, is seen here examining a recruit. Despite the challenges, recruitment efforts continued in earnest. The war effort required every able-bodied man, and the British military was determined to find the manpower it needed to continue the fight. The importance of health and fitness in the military was more apparent than ever before, and the recruitment process became a critical component of the war effort. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War and the importance of health and fitness in the military. It also serves as a reminder of the resilience and determination of the men and women who served during this time, despite the many challenges they faced.
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