You had to be 21 years-old to vote
The debate over lowering the voting age in America from 21 to 18 began during World War II and grew stronger through the Vietnam War—especially as more and more 18-year olds were fighting for their country. Congress finally passed the 26th amendment in March 1971, and then-president Nixon signed it into law four months later. The 18-year-old rule still stands today.
