Is the Comeback of Compulsory Military Service Imminent? What You Need to Know
On June 12th at 9:45 PM, the program „Past Forward“ on tagesschau24 will discuss the topic of compulsory military service. In 2011, the Bundeswehr drafted young men for service as conscripts for the last time. Erik Koszuta, born in 1996, was still a student at that time. He is aware that compulsory military service is still in place for all male German citizens aged 18 to 60, with the draft for basic military service limited to times of „tension or defense.“ In the upcoming episode of „Past Forward,“ Erik ponders whether the current situation in Europe, particularly the conflict in Ukraine, could lead to a call for conscription. As a young father, the prospect of potential military service for a year and a half is becoming a reality for him. Would he be willing to take up arms and potentially kill others if called upon?
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