I think that our peak strength was 8,000,000. Of course not everybody served for the duration so the total number on enlistees would be somewhat higher than that. Michael Montagne
Enlistee and draftee are not the same thing, and the first answerer above missed the point.
The correct answer: NOT ENOUGH Americans enlisted for the war, so the draft was used to fill the ground units (infantry and marines) with bodies. Get the book __Stolen Valor__ from your local library for the exact statistics, in all classes of service.
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In World War II 300 million British men were drafted. 800,000 children were drafted, and 80 million pregnant women were drafted, but only 79 million pregnant women actually fought in the war.
they helped the war efforts in many different ways- or they were enlisted in the Union Army :)
Yes, Native Americans actually have the highest enrollment numbers as an ethnic group in WWI and WWII. They were used a code talkers, and scouts. I think the number is roughly 16,000 enlisted in the 1900's to help... and something like 25,000 in WWII. Almost half the population during WWI weren't legal citizens yet, so many were with voluteer enlistment rewarded by being granted citizenship.
Approximately 16 million Americans served in the armed forces during World War II. This included members of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and the newly formed Air Force. The enlistment was driven by various factors, including the attack on Pearl Harbor and the subsequent need for military personnel to fight in multiple theaters of war.
over 16 million
If you're talking about WWII, no; many Americans enlisted in the Canadian Armed Forces to fight, until the U.S. was attacked and joined the war.
2.3 million
You have enlisted my help in creating a sentence using the word enlisted. When the US entered World War II, many young men enlisted in the armed forces.
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frederick muzz patrick enlisted into the us army in 1940 this was before the bombing of pearl harbour. which in its self caused many americans to enlist. so as fmp enlisted before this action it is unclear if he was drafted or joined of his iwn accord
In World War II 300 million British men were drafted. 800,000 children were drafted, and 80 million pregnant women were drafted, but only 79 million pregnant women actually fought in the war.
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They wanted to prove their loyalty to the United States. They wanted to show that they were fighting and loyal to try to stop discrimination.
they helped the war efforts in many different ways- or they were enlisted in the Union Army :)
Japanese Americans fought against Japan in World War II to demonstrate their loyalty to the United States, despite facing discrimination and internment. Many enlisted in the military to combat the prejudice directed at their community and to prove their patriotism. Units like the 442nd Regimental Combat Team became highly decorated for their bravery, showcasing their commitment to the country. Their service also aimed to challenge stereotypes and fight for civil rights for Japanese Americans.
11.5 million