compulsory enlistment for state service, typically into the armed forces

appoint (someone) to a specified position

words inscribed, as on a monument or in a book

a badge or distinguishing mark of military rank, office, or membership of an organization; an official emblem

lacking distinctive or interesting features or characteristics

having accepted something unpleasant that one cannot do anything about

sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy

arrange to receive something regularly, typically a publication, by paying in advance

put (thoughts, speech, or data) into written or printed form