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College Students Unite

It's Time For The Younger Generation To Have A Powerful VOICE
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The world stands on edge as global tensions escalate—China eyes Taiwan with growing aggression, the conflict between Israel, Gaza, and now Iran has reached devastating levels, Pakistan and India remain nuclear-armed adversaries locked in decades of mistrust, and Russia’s war in Ukraine continues with no end in sight.  Amidst this global instability, one fact remains clear: the average age of U.S. military personnel is under 30.  Should a military draft ever return—just as it did during Vietnam—it's the college-aged adults getting drafted, yet they currently have little to no influence in shaping the foreign policies that could decide their fate.  Now is not the time to sit on the sidelines.  This is the moment for students to unite, speak out, and take a stand for peace—because your future should be yours to protect.

U.S. Military Personnel: Average Ages by Conflict

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World War I (1917–1918)             Approximately 25 years old

World War II (1941–1945)            Approximately 26 years old

Korean War (1950–1953)             Approximately 26 years old 

Vietnam War (1964–1973)           Approximately 19–22 years old

Gulf War (1990–1991)                  Approximately 27 years old

Iraq War (2003–2011)                  Approximately 29.5 years old

Afghanistan War (2001–2021)     Approximately 29.5 years old

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