jan 1, 1969 - Equal Draft
Implemented
Description:
Up until 1969, those serving their drafts consisted of primarily the poor, working class, or middle class. This caused massive public outrage, causing the implementation of a new 'equal' draft picked based on birthday. Most 19-21 year-olds refuse to go (200,000) because they are required to fight in wars, but aren't allowed to vote.
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