Why did the government pass DORA in 1914

GB in total war during WWI
Government needed whole population to work for the war effort

Control of civilians

• Censorship to keep morale (Newspapers, letters, reports etc)
• Various measures to prevent civilians giving away important info
  (eg no binoculars / no bonfires)
• Pub opening hours reduce
  Buying rounds banned
  Ensure people fit for…