conscription procedures War of 1812
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War of 1812 question
Posted by: Mary Kirkendall (ID *****3645) Date: March 22, 2004 at 12:52:01
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Does anyone know the criteria for being called to active duty in SC during the War of 1812? In other words, why would a young man in his early twenties be eligable and available to serve as a substitute but not, himself, have been conscripted? Wasn't malitia duty mandatory for all men of appropriate age? Were only certain malitia units called to service? Any thoughts would be appreciated! Helen