Question

Why were long-term enlistments not a popular idea?

Answer 1

Answer:

You were admitting that the war would probably take longer to fight.

Is the right answer

Explanation:

Answer 2

Because: You were admitting that the war would probably take longer to fight.
Long-term war is never a popular idea among average citizens because of the negative consequences it may create,
Such as economic recession, death of soldiers and civilians, and destruction of environment.