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How the Vietnam War Broke Our Trust in Government

HISTORY This Week

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The Lottery Draft: A Turning Point

This chapter examines the transition from local draft boards to a random lottery system during the Vietnam War, focusing on the emotional impact of the December 1, 1969 lottery event at the University of North Carolina. It highlights the growing disillusionment with the war, the complexities of draft exemptions, and the ensuing decline in public trust toward the government.

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