RAISING AN ARMY While initially opposing the draft, Wilson decided that it was the most efficient way to organize military personnel – June 5, 1917: 9.5 million men between 21 and 31 registered for the draft – In August 1918, Congress extended the act to men between the ages of 18 and 45 – More than 24 million men registered and 2.8 million (75% of those who served) were inducted
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