Congress and President Franklin Roosevelt's Selective Service Plan

Secretary of War Stimson argues that drafting 18-19 year olds would minimally disrupt the war effort and benefit national unity. Military training under the Selective Service law is seen as essential for instilling a sense of duty. The White House, supported by General Hershey and Commissioner McNutt, confirms the need for a teenage draft, as younger troops are crucial for a quicker victory with fewer casualties. The proposal to lower the draft age from 20 to 18 is emphasized as vital for speeding up victory.

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