 Robin Neillands, for instance, notes that Kitchener consistently rose in ability as he was promoted.Some historians now praise his strategic vision in the First World War, especially his laying the groundwork for the expansion of munitions production and his central role in the raising of the British army in 1914 and 1915, providing a force capable of meeting Britain's continental commitment.His commanding image, appearing on recruiting posters demanding "Your country needs you!