jan 1, 1874 - Manifesto and Statute of Universal Military Service
Description:
Conscription extended to all classes, meaning nobles no longer expempt from military servce.15 Years service with only 7 years on active service, reduced for educated:
- University graduates only 6 months
- Primary education only 4 yeras
Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1874
Now
~ 152 years ago