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World War I Draft. War. On April 6, 1917, the United States declared war on Germany and officially entered the Great War. . Selective Service Act. May 18, 1917, the Selective Service Act was passed, which authorized the president to increase the military of the United States during the war.
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War • On April 6, 1917, the United States declared war on Germany and officially entered the Great War.
Selective Service Act • May 18, 1917, the Selective Service Act was passed, which authorized the president to increase the military of the United States during the war. • Males between the ages of 21 and 30 were forced to join the military. • Males 18 years old were required to register with Selective Services.
Registration • The first registration date was on June 5, 1917. • This was followed by another date exactly one year later. • . The last registration date for World War I was on September 12, 1918.
Registration Day • In some places, the day registration was treated like a holiday. • The country was surging with feelings of patriotism, and parades and public gatherings were common. • Registration lasted all day from 7:00 am to 9:00 pm.