The Cost of the Draft: Voices from Vietnam

This chapter reflects on the personal and societal impacts of the Vietnam War draft, focusing on the plight of mentally unfit individuals like Freddie Hensley. Through emotional anecdotes and statistical insights, the speaker reveals the complex motivations behind enlistment and the inequities faced by draft-age males. The discussion emphasizes the heart-wrenching consequences of the draft system, particularly for those who were overlooked or exploited due to socio-economic divides.