Then there is that elusive 4Y draft deferment that seems to stick in my mind. Cant be sure, but seems that was what my draft card said. And to repeat myself I had to sign several extra forms indicating my willingness to forgo the only son of a deceased father exemption.
I can only report what happened to me, believe it or not, that is your choice. ;-)
At least you got three hots and a cot!
Gopher it!