Question 3 (1 point) Under the Selective Training and Service Act of 1940, who had to register for the draft? All Americans under the age of 50 The unemplojed and factory workers All men 21-64 years old English Speaking US citizens between the ages of 18-50

The Selective Training and Service Act of 1940 was significant as it marked the first peacetime draft in U.S. history. This legislation required all men between the ages of 21 and 36 to register for the draft, later extending to men aged 18-45, and eventually 18-64, due to the demands of World War II. It was a crucial step in mobilizing resources for the war effort. In practice, the draft registration was a massive endeavor, with millions of men across the nation signing up. Many faced a mix of anxiety and patriotism, while others were concerned about being called to serve. This legislation not only shaped military policy but also influenced social dynamics, as ordinary citizens were thrust into roles they had never anticipated.