why did all those men risk there life in the war? what type of essay is this? like persuasive or what and how do I start it?

Answer:
It seems like the essay should be informative, and I would suggest that you start off with a fact, or a hook. Then you move on and talk about what you will be talking about. After that, you put your thesis, and then your body paragraphs answering those prompts.
I think the reason to risk their life in the war (my opinion) would be for their freedom and for their country.