City of London in the Great War (Towns and Cities) (Your Towns & Cities in the

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Throughout the First World War, London played a major part in Great Britain's war effort, both at home and abroad. A far as Germany was concerned, the city was their ultimate goal - the ultimate target that would bring them the sought-after victory they so desired. With the British Royal Family at Buckingham Palace, the heart of British Government at the Houses of Parliament and one of Europe's major financial centres, situated at the Bank of England, London was a major prize that would either be protected or lost to the enemy. With a real belief amongst the British public that there would be an invasion at some time during the war, the security of the countries capital was paramount not only for survival of the nation, but also to ensure that public morale remained high. The capital was a central hub for recruitment with centres popping up all over the city, at places such as Scotland Yard and the Tower of London.There was a regiment for everybody, catering for all elements of socies