The West Riding Territorials in the Great War

"The West Riding Territorials in the Great War" by Laurie Magnus is a historical work that explores the vital role of the West Riding Territorial Force during World War I. It highlights how these citizen-soldiers were organized, mobilized, and the actions they faced. With a focus on the force's commitment and bravery, the book showcases the critical part they played in the war. It starts by looking at how the West Riding Territorial Division was created and got ready as World War I approached, showing the issues the Territorial Force Association had, like a lack of public interest, before the war. As things got more intense in Europe, the Association successfully got lots of people to join, showing a powerful feeling of patriotism. This leads into a detailed look at the troops' experiences, starting with their trip to France in 1915, and shows how old traditions and new military needs were mixed together.