New Amish Alternative Service in Amish Communities (jan 1, 1969 – jan 1, 1972)
Description:
The Steering Committee and the Selective Service (military draft) finalize an agreement to let young men serve their I-W alternative service on Amish-owned farms instead of outside non-profit organizations when drafted. Amish CO's may now serve two years on farms leased by the Amish church, thereby keeping them within the church fold and removing the temptations of the modern world.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1969
jan 1, 1972
~ 3 years