THE GULF WAR: The Political Front : Troops: Ages
The average age of soldiers in various conflicts, according to the Department of Defense. Previous wars included draftees as well as enlistees. Operation Desert Storm: 26.4 years old
Vietnam War: 20.7
World War II: 25.7
World War I: 24.9
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