Overview:
With renewed calls to reinstate military conscription in the UK, decorated former tank commander Matthew Baldwin argues the proposal is not only outdated but dangerously unrealistic. In this frank and forceful opinion piece, he outlines the logistical, cultural, and psychological challenges of drafting a generation ill-equipped for the rigours of military life. Drawing on firsthand experience from tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, Baldwin warns that conscription could do more harm than good — weakening morale, undermining training, and damaging Britain’s credibility on the world stage.

Author bio:
Matthew Baldwin is a former tank commander with the Second Royal Tank Regiment. He served in Northern Ireland, Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan, earning a Mention in Despatches during his final tour. Now an author, he writes the acclaimed Operation Fools Mate series — 24, 48, and Deadlock — inspired by his military experience.

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