 The Militia Act of 1757 created a more professional force.Better records were kept, and the men were selected by ballot to serve for longer periods; specific provision was made for members of the Religious Society of Friends, Quakers, to be exempted, as conscientious objectors, from compulsory enlistment in the militia.Proper uniforms and better weapons were provided, and the force was 'embodied' from time to time for training sessions.