The Draft, 1940-1973 (Modern War Studies) by Flynn, George Q

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New. Individual liberty is ingrained in American culture. Yet, in contrast to this cherished ideal, American men were inducted into military service under a system that flourished for more than twenty years before its rationalization was seriously questioned by more than a small minority of citizens. Analyzing this paradox, George Flynn provides the first comprehensive look at an institution that managed to sustain political and public favor through two wars before dying out under a barrage of protests during a third. Placing the American draft within a historical context, he shows how social and political considerations determined the character of conscription in the United States. The draft developed as it did, he argues, not mainly because of military needs or strategy, but because of political decisions initiated by civilians with nonmilitary agendas. Explaining why the draft remained relatively immune to political criticism prior to the Vietnam conflict, Flynn chronicles the draft's… Read More

Univ Pr of Kansas, 1993. Paperback. New. 406 pages. 9.00x6.00x1.25 inches.

paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

University Press of Kansas, 1993-06-01. Paperback. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!