Well, during the Vietnam War my number was real high which meant I would definitely be drafted. So, I joined the US Navy Reserve and spent 2 years on Active Duty, 2 years meetings and 3 years inactive. So, the DRAFT is definitely something that will impact a young person’s life.
During the Vietnam War, manpower was so short (few volunteers) that even the Marines resorted to “DRAFTING” young men into their service. And, many of them died. Hundreds of body bags coming home each month when I joined the USNR.
I think you meant to say “low.” A high number put you near the end of a long line of potential draftees.