00:00This is the first morning exercise of what could be the next generation of German soldiers.
00:05These 16 to 18 year olds are joining the Discovery Days program of the country's armed forces,
00:11currently facing a massive shortage of soldiers.
00:14Carlotta is one out of over 20 the army is trying to recruit within the next five days.
00:21I wanted to join the German armed forces and this gives me a good insight into the army.
00:26That was my motivation, to see what it's like.
00:30They learn about drone defense and weapon systems, including witnessing the use of live ammunition.
00:39To some, a highlight.
00:44I'm very interested in tanks and the military in general.
00:48That's also my motivation for wanting to get an insight into it.
00:52So far, the German government has decided against reintroducing conscription.
00:56Instead, starting next year, all born in 2008 will receive a questionnaire on their willingness to serve.
01:03The aim is to boost Germany's army with more volunteers.
01:05We definitely have noticed a significant increase of interest in armed forces and security.
01:15Eleven young people are looking for meaningful jobs.
01:18Whether joining the German army is one of the options they are considering, still in question.
01:23And this is why they are seeking information about it.
01:25The goal, Germany wants to recruit an estimated 80,000 more active soldiers in the upcoming years to meet the requirements of NATO.
01:36A recent study suggests that a sufficient number of young people would be willing to join the army voluntarily.
01:44Carlotta Hoppe said this is the case, as she is critical of conscription.
01:47If you want to join the armed forces, then you should do it.
01:52I don't think compulsory military service is a good idea, because it's better to join voluntarily than to be forced.
01:58Otherwise, you lose your motivation.
02:02She is motivated.
02:03She wants to serve for three to four years.
02:06If she likes it, she'll stay longer.
02:07She wants to serve for three to four years.
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