Ironically, the current all volunteer military concept was sold to the American public following the Vietnam War, just when everyone was sick of seeing their loved ones drafted and sent to war.   The "all volunteer military" is one of my pet peeves, because it ensures that the rich kids never have to serve, while children of the poor and middle classes seek refuge in the military as a viable alternative to paying the expenses of advanced education (a military perk) and steady employment.

I can swear there ain't no heaven but I pray there ain't no hell. _ Blood Sweat & Tears