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40. This is an interesting question. I know you can join at 17 (as were some of my West Point

Classmates); however, international law would prohibit actual deployment for fighting until age 18. Otherwise, provisions with respect to "Child Soldiers" would be in effect.

By the time a 17-year old enlistee completed basic training and their branch's Advanced Individual Training, it's highly unlikely her or she would be under 18. It's still possible but not probable.

I'm almost 68 and still believe if you can fight for your country, you should be able to drink a toast to it.