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Suspension of the Canton System
- When
- 9 February 1813
- Where
- Berlin, Prussia
On 9 February 1813, the Prussian canton system was suspended for the war's duration, introducing universal conscription via Cabinet Order.
Following the disastrous French invasion of Russia, Prussia prepared to declare war against France. On 9 February 1813, a Cabinet Order suspended the canton system for the duration of the war and introduced universal conscription, marking a shift from the long-standing recruitment method.
Sources
- Canton system (Prussia) Wikipedia, revision of 2024-11-27
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