On September 5, 1798, France promulgated a conscription policy with the passage of the Jourdan Law. The law instituted a draft for all males between the ages of 20 and 25 with exceptions for clergy, holders of public office and certain students and industrial workers. The law also allowed people to hire others to take their place in the military.
Learn more about French conscription from the BBC.
Sunday, September 05, 2010
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