Military Conscription Ends

May 24 2010

Sweden

The Swedish legislature last week formally abolished compulsory military service, reports the Barents Observer.

The Swedish armed forces will become a strictly volunteer force beginning in July.

Officials expect 3,000 to 4,000 young men and women will apply for military service under the new system. Recruits will be enrolled in a three-month program, with the most promising invited to continue military careers.

All young men have had a requirement of 11 months of military...

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