paradigm shift - Computer Definition. A dramatic change in methodology or practice. It often refers to a major change in thinking and planning, which ultimately changes the way projects are implemented. For example, accessing applications and data from the Web instead of from local servers is a paradigm shift. See paradigm and buzzword.
The Military Service Act 1916 was the first statute of full conscription in British military history. The Bill was introduced by Prime Minister Herbert Asquith in January 1916. It came into force on 2 March 1916.
AEF FACT SHEET. Passage of the Draft Bill six weeks after the declaration of war permitted the Army to begin mobilizing the 4 million man National Army contemplated by the most recent General Staff contingency plan. By November 11, 1918, 2,057,675 military personnel would arrive in France. Slightly over half of the 2 million+ were combat effectives and of the remainder about 30% had already become casualties. The bulk of the rest, about 644,000 men, were assigned to the logistical arm, the Services of Supply.