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FLAIR FOR SOLDIERING I! WASHINGTON, Oct. 19.—1 f America is to survive and if it is tp continue to be the home of democracy n and liberty, the induction of men aged 18-19 cannot longer be delayed, says 12 a Senate Military Committee report, urging speedy approval of the Bill to | ) that effect. The Committee said it w I was particularly impressed by the strong testimony of military leaders, y The Army, if it is to be victorious must utilise the special military qualifications of the 18-19 group which is particularly fitted for military training and combat. Their response to ’ leadership, quick recovery from . fatigue, their aggressiveness, their • enthusiasm and their flair for soldiering far exceed such qualities in i the other age groups. The Senate agreed to debate the measure on i Thursday.—P.A.
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Nelson Evening Mail, Volume 77, 20 October 1942, Page 6
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