military service

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Advisers are agnostic on whether students choose college, military service, employment or trade school.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

Many parents approve of all this passion for the group, which returned to the world spotlight in March following an almost four-year pause so its members could carry out their obligatory military service.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

Critics of conscription argued that forcing individuals into military service under threat of imprisonment was a clear example of involuntary servitude.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

After a four-year hiatus, during which the band's members completed mandatory military service, BTS were fully re-energised and clearly happy to be back on stage.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Herbert became one of thousands of combat veterans who end up in jail or prison after completing their military service.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson