President Franklin D Roosevelt Gives Speech On Release Of Draftees

President Roosevelt addresses the nation, urging Congress to declare a national emergency to maintain military readiness. He emphasizes the gravity of the situation and the need for immediate action to prevent disintegration of the U.S. Army. Roosevelt clarifies that the emergency does not mean all draftees will serve beyond their term, and older men may be released early. He stresses the importance of maintaining peace in the Western Hemisphere and warns against underestimating the seriousness of the global situation.

What was the primary reason for Congress to declare a national emergency according to the first section?

• To increase public awareness

• To reduce military spending

• To maintain military readiness

• To engage in war immediately

What role did media play in the context of the national emergency?

• They communicated the urgency

• They criticized the government

• They downplayed the urgency

• They ignored the situation

What is the potential consequence of Congress failing to act, as mentioned in the second section?

• Public protests

• Immediate declaration of war

• Disintegration of the military

• Increased military spending

What is the purpose of the recommendations discussed in the third section?

• To engage in war

• To reduce the number of soldiers

• To increase military spending

• To manage military service effectively

Who were specifically mentioned to be released from service in the third section?

• All soldiers

• Younger draftees

• Older draftees aged 28 and over

• Foreign soldiers