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01/09/1939 |
In Britain, general mobilisation declared. |
| 02/09/1939 |
National Service Act passed in Britain. |
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03/09/1939 |
After Germany rejects the Anglo-French ultimatum of 1st September, which called for the withdrawal of all German forces from Poland, Britain declares war on Germany at 11am. |
| 07/09/1939 |
King George VI gives assent to National Registration Bill, providing government control over labour and introducing identity cards. |
| 09/09/1939 |
Chamberlain’s Cabinet plans for a 3 year war. |
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19/09/1939 |
First British casualty list published. |
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27/09/1939 |
Sir John Simon’s first war budget, income tax up to 7s 6d in the £. |
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01/10/1939 |
British men between 20 and 22 now liable for conscription. |
| 09/10/1939 |
Chamberlain announces committee of ministers to co-ordinate the economy. |
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| 04/11/1939 |
Rear-Admiral Hugh Sinclair, head of British Secret Intelligence Service (MI6), died of cancer. Succeeded by his deputy, Colonel Stewart Menzies. |
| 11/11/1939 |
Queen Elizabeth broadcasted a message to the women of the Empire, calling them to join the war effort. |
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21/11/1939 |
Prime Minister Chamberlain imposes an embargo on all German trade, with goods currently in Britain, but destined for shipment to Germany to be confiscated. |
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18/12/1939 |
The first Canadian troops arrive in Britain. |
