College students were the number 1 draft deferments.
The last draft in the U.S. military was during Vietnam. The draft never really "stopped" because it was never really "going". It is simply a military policy that is enacted during times of need.
It had an unfair impact on poorer citizens.
It had an unfair impact on poorer citizens.
A draft board during the Vietnam War was a local government entity responsible for administering the military conscription process, known as the draft. These boards evaluated and classified men eligible for military service, determining who would be called up to fight in Vietnam. The draft was controversial and led to widespread protests, as many opposed the war and the compulsory nature of military service. Draft boards played a pivotal role in the implementation of the draft, influencing the lives of countless individuals during this tumultuous period in American history.
The military draft effected everyone's lives.
The last draft in the U.S. military was during Vietnam. The draft never really "stopped" because it was never really "going". It is simply a military policy that is enacted during times of need.
It had an unfair impact on poorer citizens.
It had an unfair impact on poorer citizens.
During the Vietnam War, exceptions to the draft included deferments for college students, individuals with certain medical conditions, and those serving in vital occupations, such as teachers or essential workers. Conscientious objectors, who opposed the war on moral or religious grounds, could also apply for exemptions. Additionally, some individuals were able to avoid the draft through family connections or by moving to countries that did not extradite draft evaders. These exemptions led to significant criticism and perceptions of inequality in how the draft was applied.
Lincoln and congress first orchestrated the nation's first military draft during the US Civil War (1861-1865). Vietnam (1861-1975) was the last military draft orchestrated by Nixon and congress.
During WWII and Vietnam. Yes, during WWII and the Vietnam War, but to be more general, the military draft is used whenever the U.S. does not have enough voluntary recruits (meaning, when there are not enough volunteers). So, it could be argued that the military draft is used to "force" people into the army to defend their country. It has not been employed since the early 1970's.
A draft board during the Vietnam War was a local government entity responsible for administering the military conscription process, known as the draft. These boards evaluated and classified men eligible for military service, determining who would be called up to fight in Vietnam. The draft was controversial and led to widespread protests, as many opposed the war and the compulsory nature of military service. Draft boards played a pivotal role in the implementation of the draft, influencing the lives of countless individuals during this tumultuous period in American history.
The military draft effected everyone's lives.
The Vietnam War=the military draft!
Protests & riots.
They protesting the military draft. Draft riots, draft card burning.
As with most wars, it mainly effected the families that suffered losses. However, in Vietnam's case, it affected anyone facing the military draft.