12-04-2016, 12:11 PM
(12-04-2016, 10:53 AM)HarleyDog Wrote: In the event of a draft, it would be for the greater good of the nation. The draft would take place if/when the military felt under staffed to fight a war, or multiple wars. At this point it becomes for the greater good and survival of a nation. Vietnam was not a good example of what I am speaking, but in general, that's the difference.
But what you get is always a Vietnam. In a "just" war you don't need to conscript. Look at the old photos from 1941 forward of guys standing in line to volunteer. Even conscientious objectors volunteered for non-combat roles.
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