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Who were the majority of draftees for military service in Vietnam?
Healthy young men.
What were the names of the US military advisors to Vietnam in 1955?
Research: The Vietnam War Service Index, and The American War Library. In June of that year there were 740 Advisors. The total number of US Military present in country at that time was considerably higher.
Why did so many people opposed the Vietnam war?
Some people were against the Vietnam War because young men were being drafted to fight in the war.
In what years did someone have to serve to be considered AA Vietnam veteran?
To simply have served in the country of South Vietnam while serving in the U.S. military services. Many joined the Army, so the initial service was three years. Others were drafted, and had to serve two years in the service. Draftees who came home after serving a year in Vietnam with only two or three months remaining on their 24 month service obligation were given 'early outs.' Others serving from '59 to '75 are considered Vietnam Era Veterans -- serving in the military during that time, but not actually assigned to units in Vietnam.
What was the draft used in Vietnam?
The draft used in Vietnam was called the Selective Service System. It was implemented to conscript eligible young men into the military, where they would be required to serve in the Vietnam War. The draft lottery was used to determine the order in which individuals would be called up for service.
What athlete refused military service during Vietnam war?
Cassius Clay also known as Mohamed Ali.
If you served in Japan during the Vietnam War could you be awarded the Vietnam Service Medal?
No. The Vietnam Service Medal was awarded to a service member who served with a military unit participating in or directly supporting military operations in the Republic of Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, and parts of Laos.
Who was the heavyweight champion in 1967 who refused to go into the military?
Muhammad Ali, after changing his name from Cassius Clay, refused military service for philosophical and religious reasons.
What dates of military service qualify as veteran of Vietnam war?
The Vietnam War 'era' was 1961 to 1975.
What did 1A draft classification mean in Vietnam?
Available for military service
Why did some Americans go to Canada during the Vietnam War?
To avoid military service.
Who were the majority of draftees for military service in Vietnam?
Healthy young men.
What was the Vietnam war military policy and why was it protested?
The basic "Vietnam War military policy" that concerned the average US citizen was being drafted into military service. VERY FEW people wanted that! That is why it was protested.
What were the names of the US military advisors to Vietnam in 1955?
Research: The Vietnam War Service Index, and The American War Library. In June of that year there were 740 Advisors. The total number of US Military present in country at that time was considerably higher.
Does Obama have military service experience?
No, by the time he was in college, the Vietnam was was over, there was no longer a military draft and he was not asked to serve. Many other politicians of his age also did not serve.
Why did so many people opposed the Vietnam war?
Some people were against the Vietnam War because young men were being drafted to fight in the war.
When did the US stop forcing Americans to enter war?
When the American involvement in the Vietnam war ended in 1973, the United States military stopped drafting men into military service.
