Strong opposition to the draft created the hippie revolution. Freedom. Peace. Woodstock. Though it is required by law to register when you turn eighteen, the draft was eventually abolished and is no longer in effect. Strength in numbers, strong opposition by the American people caused the draft to end.
Riots in New York - largely newly-arrived Irish immigrants objecting to being drafted into the Army.
Opposition to the War
draft riots in New York City
draft riots in New York City
Opposition to the War
The draft.
The draft.
The draft.
The draft. Without that, opposition to the Vietnam War would've been nil.
Military draft in the Civil War often led to widespread resistance and opposition. Many people viewed the draft as unfair and unjust, especially because it disproportionately affected the poor and working-class individuals who could not afford to pay for a substitute. There were instances of draft riots and draft evasion, further highlighting the discontent and unrest caused by the draft.
they refussed to cooperate with the draft