Reserve Group Wants Older Soldiers to Serve.
The German Reservistenverband wants to change the military draft rules. They want to allow people aged 70 or older to be called up. This would change the current age limit of 65.
The Reserve Forces Association has a new leader. He believes older reservists could still serve. Currently, only people under 65 can be drafted. The association wants to allow older soldiers to continue working with the Bundeswehr. This change would increase the number of people available for military service.
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Highlights
Reservists Want Higher Age
The Reservistenverband wants to raise the age limit for military service to 70.
New Reserve Chief Proposes Change
The new head of the Reserve Forces Association wants to change the age limit.
Current Limit is 65 Years
Currently, only people under 65 can be drafted.
Older Soldiers Could Serve
Many older reservists could continue to serve in the Bundeswehr.
Bundeswehr Considers Proposal
The Bundeswehr is considering the proposal to raise the age limit.