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Democratic Illusions: The Protestant Campaign for Conscientious Objection in the Early Federal Republic of Germany

Democratic Illusions: The Protestant Campaign for Conscientious Objection in the Early Federal Republic of Germany - Volume 56 Issue 1

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In the first half of the year alone, there have been more than 1300 applications, but according to a survey, a majority of Germans are behind the introduction of compulsory military service.

·Frankfurt, Germany
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The number of applications for conscientious objection is increasing.

·Germany
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The number of applications for conscientious objection has increased markedly. The largest German anti-war association explains the increase with the concern of many people before a new "forced service".

·Dortmund, Germany
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More and more Germans are declaring themselves unwilling to serve in the military for reasons of conscience. The number of conscientious objectors has almost tripled since 2022. This trend coincides with the discussion about a possible reactivation of conscription.

Elias from Bochum is not afraid of war. So he is not alone: the numbers of applications for conscientious objection are increasing.

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