Since the introduction of obligatory military service in 1944, the Luxembourg Army had been much criticised for its lack of military value, and high financial cost, for such a small country.Thewes (2011), p. 138 The law of 23 July 1952 reorganised the Army, limiting the length of service to 12 months, with two recalls for three months each. It was intended to allow Luxembourg to fulfil its military obligations to the EDC.
