How did soldiers try to get out of the war?

Soldiers often sought to avoid combat through various means, such as claiming medical issues or mental health problems, including PTSD, to secure discharges or reassignment. Some resorted to desertion, fleeing their units to escape deployment. Others attempted to obtain conscientious objector status, arguing that their moral or religious beliefs prevented them from participating in warfare. Additionally, some employed deception, such as faking injuries or using forged documents.