Say we're drafted, can we choose what branch of the Armed Forces to serve in? (IE, Marine Corp, special forces...)
2006-08-23 15:01:56 · 9 answers · asked by doufu_long 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
There is a bill in Congress now to allow draftees to pick what branch was their first choice. The easiest way has always been to enlist in the branch you want to serve in.
I do not think the draft is coming anytime soon. The last 2 drafts were implemented by Democrats, Republicans like to encourage patriotism & service to country that is not forced.
2006-08-23 16:13:06 · answer #1 · answered by Wolfpacker 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Generally the Army is the only branch that uses the draft.
2006-08-23 22:05:43 · answer #2 · answered by October 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well they are right the army is the only one to ever use a draft. However do not worry because with all of the ROTCs there will not be a draft. There are more troops now then there have ever been!
2006-08-23 22:40:35 · answer #3 · answered by Samantha Brooke 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're drafted, your test scores have a lot of play in where you go.
But if a draft is announced, it's best to volunteer before a lottery system is put into play. Volunteers (who don't get into a lot of trouble with superiors) are generally given a higher status in that way.
2006-08-24 00:06:10 · answer #4 · answered by The Garden of Fragile Egos 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES!!! But you have to notify the draft board and go to
nearest Military Rcruiter of the branch of service that you want and sign up ASAP!!!!
2006-08-23 22:05:38 · answer #5 · answered by Vagabond5879 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no chance the draft will be re-instituted.
However, for the sake of argument, if you were drafted, you would be assigned to a branch of the military.
If you want to choose, they you have to volunteer (enlist).
2006-08-26 19:27:42 · answer #6 · answered by JAMES11A 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the Marine's and the Army are the only ones who draft, so if they put in a draft, join the navy real quick.
2006-08-27 04:09:22 · answer #7 · answered by chris m 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
rockandroll5is correct in so far as he goes. To get into Rangers Special Forces, Seals you must qualify after joining and if you fail, washout, you are just an over trained grunt.
2006-08-23 22:16:04 · answer #8 · answered by gobobgo55 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only if your name is Bush and you can get into a non combative role like George W. did during the Vietnam war.
2006-08-23 22:05:59 · answer #9 · answered by neil r 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋