jun 5, 1917 - Millions of American Men Register for Service on the First Day of the Draft
Description:
On the first day of the draft, millions of American men register for service under the Selective Service Act signed on May 18. Throughout the country, 9,586,508 men, ages 21 to 31, register at their local draft boards; in many places they are greeted by military bands and cheering onlookers.Added to timeline:
Date:
jun 5, 1917
Now
~ 107 years ago
