It is difficult to maintain morale and discipline in such situations.

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The BBC's royal correspondent Nick Witchell says she saw the abdication crisis at first hand and was fully involved in the Royal Family's efforts to maintain the nation's morale during the Second World War.

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Chief Constable David Shaw said "morale had taken a hit" but giving up some assets will help maintain frontline services.

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Mirko Jozic's team earned a morale-boosting 2-0 win over Bosnia in their last outing and will be looking to maintain that form in the continuing countdown to the World Cup.

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