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The Volunteer Army Faces Questions on Readiness
Washington reports debate over the volunteer force eight years after its 1972 start. Pentagon backers call it a success while critics warn of shrinking reserves and quality gaps. Officials push reforms to boost enlistments and reduce turnover, arguing the volunteer model remains adequate in a national emergency.
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