Elvis Presley Drafted into US Army

The conscription of rock and roll's defining icon into military service marked a cultural watershed moment, domesticating the youth rebellion that defined the 1950s.

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The albums discography of Elvis Presley began in 1956 with the release of his debut album, Elvis Presley.

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