Responses of Australia

Question 1

Loyalty to Britain

Answer 1

In 1914, when Britain declared war on Germany, Australia, as part of the British Empire, was automatically involved.
There was strong public support, as many Australians felt loyalty to Britain and wanted to help the “mother country”.

Question 2

Enlistment and Volunteers

Answer 2

Over 416,000 Australians enlisted to fight (from a population of under 5 million).
Many joined voluntarily, especially at the start of the war.
Reasons included patriotism, adventure, money, and duty.