New book takes a look at how military service shapes the course of people’s lives
Over the past century, a large percentage of young Americans have
served their country by joining the military. Today, the more than 1.6
million uniformed military personnel and 22 million veterans currently
living and working around the world make up a sizeable and influential
demographic group. Military service remains a meaningful pathway to
adulthood for the many who join the military during their formative
young adult years. However, little research has previously been done to
find out how the lives of military personnel, veterans, and their loved
ones differ from those with no direct ties to the military. The
recently published book, Life Course Perspectives on Military Service,
edited by Professors Janet M. Wilmoth and Andrew S. London of Syracuse
University’s Maxwell School, helps fill this gap in knowledge. Read more. 01/31/13