Center of Military History

The U.s. Army's Transition to the All-volunteer Force, 1968-1974 Center of Military History

Army Historical Series. Center for Military Publication number CMH 30-18-1. Recounts the turbulent years of the Army's transition from the draft to an all-volunteer army. Examines both the broad context in whichh the end of the draft occurred and the less well known perspective which the Army's leaders brought to bear on the challenge they faced. Provides both a glimpse into the dynamics of the reciprocal relationship between the Army and society and a case study in the successful management of fundamental organizational change.