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Who were the majority of draftees for military service in Vietnam?
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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 is the nickname for Australian conscripts?
During the Vietnam War, Australian women formed an organization in the mid 60's called, "Save Our Sons" and referred to Australian draftees as "conscripts." It's possible that some of the Australians in country, could have referred to draftees as "Nats" as their selective service was called the National Service Act.
What did the Vietnam war mean to those who fought in it?
The majority of men just did their two years in the Army, and if Vietnam was part of that service...then they did their best and got out (of the service). MOST considered the 2 years in the service as an interruption of their lives (an interruption of getting married, having kids, getting a job, buying a house, going to college, etc. etc. etc.). However, 10 or more years after the fact; Many of them are glad for having had the experience. And looking back, they're happy they did it. As an added fact, MANY US draftees reinlisted and continued on doing a 20 year career with the military in MANY cases. Conversely, many RA volunteers got out when their time expired and did NOT reinlist. Point? Draftees realized the army wasn't that all bad afterall! And Volunteers realized that the army wasn't all that good (for them) afterall. Good men ulitimately came from both sources...nature had it's way of making a good army back then.
What athlete refused military service during the Vietnam war?
Cassius Clay also known as Mohamed Ali.
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.
In both the North and the South draftees could avoid military service if they hired substitutes True Or False?
True
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.
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.
What is the nickname for Australian conscripts?
During the Vietnam War, Australian women formed an organization in the mid 60's called, "Save Our Sons" and referred to Australian draftees as "conscripts." It's possible that some of the Australians in country, could have referred to draftees as "Nats" as their selective service was called the National Service Act.
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.
What did the Vietnam war mean to those who fought in it?
The majority of men just did their two years in the Army, and if Vietnam was part of that service...then they did their best and got out (of the service). MOST considered the 2 years in the service as an interruption of their lives (an interruption of getting married, having kids, getting a job, buying a house, going to college, etc. etc. etc.). However, 10 or more years after the fact; Many of them are glad for having had the experience. And looking back, they're happy they did it. As an added fact, MANY US draftees reinlisted and continued on doing a 20 year career with the military in MANY cases. Conversely, many RA volunteers got out when their time expired and did NOT reinlist. Point? Draftees realized the army wasn't that all bad afterall! And Volunteers realized that the army wasn't all that good (for them) afterall. Good men ulitimately came from both sources...nature had it's way of making a good army back then.
What athlete refused military service during Vietnam war?
Cassius Clay also known as Mohamed Ali.
What athlete refused military service during the Vietnam war?
Cassius Clay also known as Mohamed Ali.
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.
