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Wasn't a "1-y"...there was a "1-W" which meant a "conscientious objector performing an alternate function in lieu of military service" (like maybe the "Peace Corps").
A "1-A-O" was a conscientious objector who could be inducted (drafted) but could only serve in non-combat roles (medics & chaplin service as two examples).
There certainly was a 1Y classification during the Vietnam War.
I was classified as 1Y in October 1968 as a result of high blood pressure during my induction physical.
1Y meant "qualified for service in the event of war or national emergency". As that war was never "declared" as such, it was a permanent deferment.
I was classified 1Y when I ENLISTED in 1960. I passed the full battery of written tests, was told I'd be able to choose any field I desired. Went on to physical testing and failed due to hearing impairment.
I was also classed 1Y .. was told too tall , no uniforms or beds long enough , as said but would be eligible if national emergency or declared war
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What did protesters burn in the Vietnam war?
Radical protestors during the Vietnam era often burned their draft cards. American involvement in Vietnam began in 1955, and the war ended in 1975 during the presidency of Gerald Ford.
When Was the Last War Draft?
The first US draft was during the US Civil War (1861-1865); the last US draft was during the Vietnam War (1961-1975).
What was the America public view of the Vietnam war?
The Vietnam War=the military draft!
When was the draft reinstated for the Vietnam war?
It went from WWII to Vietnam.
What were the internal causes of the Vietnam war?
The draft.
What year did they do the draft for Vietnam war?
Well, the Vietnam War Era was between August 5, 1965 and May 7, 1975
What did protesters burn in the Vietnam war?
Radical protestors during the Vietnam era often burned their draft cards. American involvement in Vietnam began in 1955, and the war ended in 1975 during the presidency of Gerald Ford.
When Was the Last War Draft?
The first US draft was during the US Civil War (1861-1865); the last US draft was during the Vietnam War (1961-1975).
What was the America public view of the Vietnam war?
The Vietnam War=the military draft!
When was the draft reinstated for the Vietnam war?
It went from WWII to Vietnam.
What was a major problem for the US in 1970s?
The Vietnam War was a major problem and the continued draft.
Who is a person that fled the Vietnam War draft?
They were called "Draft Dodgers."
Did the US draft the youth to Vietnam during the Vietnam War?
Yes
What did the Vietnam War cause?
Draft riots.
What were the internal causes of the Vietnam war?
The draft.
Did the US draft the Vietnam war?
Yes.
What impacts did Vietnam have on America?
During the war it was (Draft) protests and (Draft) riots.
