1951 Press Photo President Harry S Truman signs into law the new Draft Bill

President Harry S Truman today signs into law a new Draft Bill that includes for the first time a start toward Universal Military Training. Secretary of Defense George Marshall and Mrs Anna Rosenberg, Assistant Secretary of Defense. Were among military, congressional and other leaders who witnessed the ceremony in the president's White House Office. The new law lowers the draft age from 19 to 1181/2 and requires 24 instead of 21 months' service.

Photo measures 10 x 8.25 inches.

Photo is dated 06-19-1951.



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