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Edwards DOB: 10 Jun 53

http://www.sss.gov/lotter4.htm

RESULTS FROM LOTTERY FOR MEN FACING THE DRAFT IN 1973
The lottery drawing held February 2, 1972, determined the order in which men born in 1953 were called to report for induction into the military.

This lottery was conducted for men who would have been called in 1973; however, no new draft orders were issued after 1972.

Thanks for posting the link. This was "my" lottery also. Didn't even have to look at the chart to recall what my number was, I've never forgotten waiting to hear it announced on the radio. All my buddies and I were gathered together to see if any of us would be called. Anyone with a number higher than 16 was reclassified from 1-A to 1-H, literally overnight. This meant our chances of being drafted were nil.

This all took place in Massachusetts and the political climate was such that few young men were enlisting. Kerry can claim credit that his actions had much to do with the attitudes that were then prevalent, at least in New England.

This entire thread and particulary your post brings back alot of memories.

Regards