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During the Vietnam War, roughly about 2 million men world wide; women were part of the WACs (Women's Army Corps).

The term(s) "How many men in the US Army" cannot be applied today (21st century). The WACs were disbanded in 1975.

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How many men and women have served in the military since the beginning of the US?

Since the founding of the United States, over 41 million Americans have served in the military. This includes both men and women, with women playing an increasingly prominent role, especially in recent decades. Although exact numbers can vary, estimates suggest that around 2 million women have served in various capacities. The participation of women in the military has significantly increased since World War II, reflecting broader societal changes.


How many men dodged the draft?

The Vietnam War had 16 million men that avoided US military service (dodged the draft).


Did men and women fight in World War I?

Men have always fought in wars but US Women did not fight in World War 1 or World War 2 or Vietnam war. There are a few women who are allowed to be in the infantry and help fight in skirmishes in Iraq now. But, the military is rethinking the wisdom of allowing them to fight. They are having problems with it. ___ During WW1 men fought. It was simply how it was. Men and women had very rigid roles. Women acted in a support capacity or as nurses.


How did World War 2 change the role of women in the US military?

They were accepted


What would it mean to make women eligible for the draft when the military does not currently have a draft?

The US military all ready has in place plans for a draft of women if/ when a draft is reintroduced. Women ARE eligible now in the eyes of the government, so they will be drafted.

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What did women in the military do in Vietnam?

WACs & WAVEs did the same thing they did in WWII; supported the US fighting men. Primary functions were administrative and medical (nurses).


Can women do all what men can do?

Women can do what men can do with a few exceptions. These include fathering children as they are not equipped and being involved in direct combat in the US military.


What benefits has Puerto Rico afforded the US military?

providing the military with some of the best fighting and serving men and women.


How many us military men die in the gulf war?

The gulf war of 1980-1988, or January thru February 1991, or the 21st century 2003 Operation Iraqi Freedom? US men & women have served in the last two military campaigns.


How many men joined the US military in world war 2?

The answer to your question: 16,353,700 men & women served in the armed forces during World War Two.


What National holiday celebrates US men and women who died while in the military?

Memorial Day


How many women soldiers were in the vienam war?

1. WWI-10,000 US military women served over-seas. 2. WWII-350,000 US military women served in the military. 3. Korean War-approximately 600 US military women served in Korea-nearly all nurses. 4. Vietnam War-about 7,500 US military women in country; nearly all were nurses.


What is the percent of US is Military?

You must name a time period. Prior to 1975 (the Vietnam era) the US Military was 100% men and 100% military. During that time frame US military women in all branches were considered AUXILIARIES and belonged to the WACs, WAVES, and WAFs. Women were not considered part of the US fighting strength. EDIT: Removed offensive material from answer.


Should women role in the military be same as men?

Yes. Training women to fight as hard as men would make bullying the world a whole lot easier and people will fear us


Where did many American men fleed to to avoid the military draft in the us?

Canada


What are three reasons the us military end overseas operations?

Its costing us billions of dollars, its taking the lives of our men and women, and the operations are pointless.


How many people fought for the US during World War 2?

Approximately sixteen million men and women served in the United States military during World War II.