The military situation has developed... if we were to order a march upon Ulster... about half the officers... would strike. ... I had an hour with the King this afternoon... saw Geoffrey Robinson of The Times...
Asquith discusses the developing military situation, his meeting with the King, and the upcoming House debate.
Mentioned:Winston Churchill • King George V • Geoffrey Robinson • Bonar Law • Archbishop of Canterbury
Metric Analysis
Romantic Adoration3/10
Political Unburdening7/10
Emotional Desolation1/10
Thematic Tags
Military strikeKingPressHouse debate
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HIS DAYHour with King. Interview with Geoffrey Robinson. Visit from Archbishop.
Londonⓘ
HER DAYWrote Asquith a 'sweet little pencil letter'. With Asquith recently (but 'at a distance')
Official Register
1914-03-22
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The Prime Minister issues a statement to *The Times* denying warrants for Ulster leaders and stating troop movements are precautionary. Suffragists attempt to interrupt service at Westminster Abbey.
Cabinet Council
NO SESSION
No Minutes
Parliament
RECESS
Adjourned
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