History GCSE

National Labour Service (RAD)

What National Labour Service (RAD) means in History GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.

Definition of National Labour Service (RAD)

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A labour service that became compulsory for young men in 1935, providing cheap labour and preparing men for military discipline.

Pearson Edexcel · Option 31: Key topic 4: Life in Nazi Germany, 1933–39 - 3 Employment and living standards (study guide)

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Option 31: Key topic 4: Life in Nazi Germany, 1933–39 - 3 Employment and living standards (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)

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