Less than one-half of one percent of the U.S. population currently serves in the all-volunteer military force that replaced the draft.
“Race, class, culture — the draft in the 1960s and 1970s was a lightning rod that lit up every schism in American society.”
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Less than one-half of one percent of the U.S. population currently serves in the all-volunteer military force that replaced the draft.
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Synopsis
Dan Rather, Tom Hayden, and Donald Rumsfeld discuss the military draft's impact on American society during the Vietnam War. The film features historians and anti-war leaders who analyze how the draft influenced public opinion and military policy. It also addresses the shift to an all-volunteer force, which now comprises less than one-half of one percent of the U.S. population. Personal anecdotes and expert commentary reveal the consequences of this transition on military engagement and societal attitudes.
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Why Watch
- Meet veterans discussing their draft experiences.
- See how the draft shaped public opinion during the Vietnam War.
- Find out about the transition to an all-volunteer military.
Did You Know
- The documentary features Dan Rather and Donald Rumsfeld among its cast.
- The film has a runtime of 53 minutes.
- Less than one-half of one percent of the U.S. population serves in the all-volunteer force.
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Who directed the documentary 'The Draft'?
The documentary 'The Draft' was directed by Aaron Matthews.
What percentage of the U.S. population is represented by the all-volunteer force?
The all-volunteer force now represents less than one-half of one percent of the U.S. population.
What societal issues did the draft in the 1960s and 1970s illuminate?
The draft in the 1960s and 1970s was a lightning rod that highlighted race, class, and culture issues in American society.
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