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The Teen-Age Draft Law: A Concerned Citizen's Perspective, 1946-06-17

 Item — Box: 6, Folder: 48
Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_48_0004
The Teen-Age Draft Law: A Concerned Citizen's Perspective, 1946-06-17
The Teen-Age Draft Law: A Concerned Citizen's Perspective, 1946-06-17

Scope and Contents

The letter is discussing the Selective Service Act, specifically in regards to the drafting of teen-age boys into the armed forces. The author believes that the military is not giving the volunteer method a fair trial and is trying to get teen-age boys into service through other means. The author expresses skepticism towards the intentions of the President and military organizations. The letter ends with the author offering assistance and appreciation for the recipient's letter.

Dates

  • Creation: 1946-06-17

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

Access Restriction

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Full Extent

3 Pages

Abstract

79th (1945-1947)

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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