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Which countries used conscription in the Vietnam war?
During the Vietnam War, all combatants (including North Vietnam) used draftees except for the New Zealanders, they sent volunteers to South Vietnam.
How many draftees were there during the Vietnam era?
40,000 men a month in 1968. Be advised, statistics showing "volunteers" are largely draft induced volunteers; an old trick when writing stats.
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.
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.
How did you have to serve after being drafted during Korean war?
most draftees were sent to line units as replacments. however, some draftees with special training like dental technicians, laboratory techncians, weapons specialist and so on.. were assigned to military units that used such special training.
Which countries used conscription in the Vietnam war?
During the Vietnam War, all combatants (including North Vietnam) used draftees except for the New Zealanders, they sent volunteers to South Vietnam.
Effect of US soldiers to Vietnam during Vietnam war?
Draftees served their two years for Uncle Sam; one year tour in Vietnam, then went home. Usually going to college on the GI bill.
How many draftees were there during the Vietnam era?
40,000 men a month in 1968. Be advised, statistics showing "volunteers" are largely draft induced volunteers; an old trick when writing stats.
What happened in Vietnam war Australia?
Over 50,000 Australian Servicemen fought in the Vietnam War.
During the 60's how many countries sent conscripted soldiers into Vietnam?
New Zealand sent volunteer artillerymen and support units. Everyone else (including the enemy) sent draftees.
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.
How were men enlisted into the military during ww11?
There were volunteers and draftees.
How big was the New Zealand army during the Vietnam War?
Amongst the smallest elements deployed there. About 2 battalions of NZ artillerymen were sent to South Vietnam. Of special note however, NZ men were all volunteers. Australia, US, etc. deployed draftees &vol.
How did Autralia's relationship with Asia change after the Vietnam War?
They followed the US's lead. What the US did, Australia did.
The treatment of Vietnam veterans by the Australian government during different stages of the war?
Australia was also drafting men to fight the Vietnam War; over 19,000 Australian draftees fought in Vietnam. Consequently, Australia's treatment of returning veterans mirrored the US's attitude, although on a much smaller scale; as Australia's populaton in the 1960's was less than 20 million people.
In America during the sixties what was the punishment given for draftees who defied their conscription duty?
Federal Prison.
Did military drafts take place during the 1970?
Draftees were arriving in country in '70 & '71.
