During the Confederate draft, certain categories of men were exempt from service. This included individuals who were deemed essential for agricultural or industrial work, such as overseers and certain skilled laborers. Additionally, men who owned a specific number of enslaved people—typically 20 or more—were also exempt, as their labor was considered vital to the Southern economy. Other exemptions included government officials and those with health issues or disabilities.
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