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US women are already in combat Zones, if I am not mistaken. But in non-front line roles?
The male of our species is predisposed to protect the female. Not being sexist, that's just the way it is. I am afraid that it would add more stress to an already crappy situation.
Not to mention the extra interpersonal problems that will arise. It would give a whole new meaning to the term "fox hole" though.
They will not be allowed in any special forces units.
CNN said otherwise, so it seems as usual, the media doesn't know.According to ABC news they will be... but they have to pass very rigid tests... especially for Seals.
Charles
I do not want to see them drafted into a combat MOS.
Steve
According to ABC, the requirements to become a U.S. Navy Seal are:
Pass a stringent physical screening test that includes the following procedure: swim 500 yards in 12.5 minutes or less, followed by a 10-minute rest; do 42 push-ups in under two minutes, followed by a two-minute rest; do 50 sit-ups in under two minutes, followed by a two-minute rest; do six pull-ups, followed by a 10-minute rest; run 1.5 miles in boots and long pants in less than 11.5 minutes.
IMHO, not too many men can do this, let alone a woman !!
Charles