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apr 17, 1917 - Draft Law Passed

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Congress passed the Selective Service Act allowing a draft for the war.

American citizens could now be chosen randomly to serve in the war; controversial topic.

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ByEdward Paloucek
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apr 17, 1917
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~ 109 years ago

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