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It took about 9-10 months to train newly signed up soldiers. they wouldn't go into battle until nearly a year after they signed up!
The U.S found soldiers for WWII by drafting people into the army. People also signed up.
Most Union soldiers were glad when their enlistment time was up. To try to keep soldiers in the army they came up with a bonus incentive. For soldiers who had enlisted for nine months, they could receive a $100 bonus if they remained in the army. The bonus covered three more years of service.
Civil War Union soldiers originally enlisted were either signed up for three months or the duration of the war. Many signed up for additional time once their initial stint was done. After the draft, the required time increased to three years.
8,984
About 30,000
Soldiers make up any army.
500,000 men.
Most soldiers in the Continental Army signed up to serve for a duration of one to three years. Many enlisted for short terms, often one year, due to the uncertain nature of the conflict and the desire to return home. However, some soldiers re-enlisted for longer periods as the war progressed and the need for experienced troops became evident. The variability in enlistment terms reflected both individual circumstances and the evolving needs of the army.
Soldiers who signed up for six months typically included those who enlisted for short-term service during times of military need, such as during conflicts or wars. This practice was common in the U.S. military during the Civil War, World War I, and World War II, where individuals sought to serve for a limited period. Additionally, the concept of "short enlistments" was often attractive to those who wanted to support their country without a long-term commitment.
They were militias. Citizen soldiers.
A legions is a unit of the Roman army made up of about 6,000 soldiers.