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Who is Robin Long?
Robin Long is a United States Army soldier who was imprisoned for desertion after he fled to Canada in 2005 to avoid serving in the Iraq War.
Why did Robin Long flee to Canada?
Long fled to Canada because he objected to the Iraq War and did not want to participate in it.
What happened to Robin Long after he fled to Canada?
After fleeing to Canada, Long applied for asylum, but his application was denied. He then turned himself in to Canadian authorities and was extradited to the United States to face charges of desertion.
What was the outcome of Robin Long's case?
Long was court-martialed and sentenced to 15 months in military prison for desertion. After serving his sentence, he was dishonorably discharged from the Army.
What impact did Robin Long's case have on the conscientious objector movement?
Long's case drew attention to the issues surrounding conscientious objectors in the military and sparked a debate about the rights of soldiers to dissent and refuse to participate in wars they believe are unjust. His case helped raise awareness about the challenges faced by soldiers who have moral objections to war.