Draft

Definition

The draft is a system used by governments to require young men (and sometimes women) to serve in the military for a certain period of time. It involves selecting individuals from a pool based on criteria such as age, health, and skills.

Related terms

Conscription: Conscription is another term for the draft, referring specifically to mandatory military service imposed by the government.

Selective Service System: The Selective Service System is an organization in the United States that maintains information about potential draftees and manages the draft process if it were ever needed.

Conscientious Objector: A conscientious objector is an individual who opposes participating in war due to religious, moral, or ethical beliefs.