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The national defense act was passed in response to what event

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The National Defense Act of 1916 was a law passed in order to regulate the organization of the military, particularly the National Guard. This act was passed in response to the raid on Columbus, New Mexico perpetrated by Pancho Villa. The act was passed to ensure that the army would be ready for the next conflict. It also ensured the availability of wartime weapons and equipment.

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National Defence Education Act was passed in response to Pach villa's raid. It provided stimulus and opportunity for college education for many Americans. Funds for upgrading funds in the science were allocated and together with foreign language teaching innovation and guidance services.
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