Why do Turkish men have to go to the army?

Question

I just want some information on this.

Thanks

Answer 1

it's called 'conscription'...many, many countries around the world have this.  Even the USA had it until recently when we went to an all-volunteer force.

Answer 2

They don't but Turkish boys do now grow up and join the real world

Answer 3

Because those Kurds won't oppress themselves!

Answer 4

Mandatory service, some countries require every male or every male and female to serve in the army for a period of time. Others have a professional army where people only join voluntarily.

Answer 5

Turkey is just one of dozens of countries that require mandatory military service (conscription) from its male citizens. See here for a complete list of these countries:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Military_se...

Answer 6

Turkey has mandatory military service (conscription).  It is the law of their country.

The military is a very highly respected organization in Turkey.  To qualify for state medical care, school support or any government support, a male has to serve in the military.

Edit:  Yes, they go to war if the Army goes to war.

Answer 7

mandatory service for every Turkish men and really serve in real war or fighting against terrorism

it is not game, military!