[rlmorel]

I know what you are saying. On one hand, I could almost say “If a woman can handle the physical part, let her in...” but it is even more than just being able to haul equipment at 13,000 feet for 10 miles.

I am concerned with facets such as logistical considerations. In situations where a very small amount of something can mean the difference between success and failure, the overhead of having even a small change in the logistical chain to accommodate females in a largely male environment can be enough to impact the overall outcome. Kind of the kingdom being lost for want of a nail.

Sigh. It is difficult to even discuss this subject without being perceived as disrespectful towards women. For me, it is nothing of the sort.

[Chgogal]

Yup, it is very difficult to discuss. I think if women were able go apply for Special Forces, only avery few would be able to handle it for many reasons. Women are not mentally or emotionally conditioned to physically confront the “enemy”. We are conditioned to be pretty, be pleasant, smile a lot, be kind and nurturing from babyhood on. Just look at the baby clothes for girls vs. boys. Boys get the short end while girls, well they're girlie and we all spend small fortunes on our little princesses. Nothing wrong with that. It's just tougher to find a girl who would have no problem slicing the intestines out of a guy just inches away, or breaking the neck of said guy and not freak out at the sound of the snapping neck bones.

My father wanted me to join the Military. I told him I'd join when they put silencers on tanks. I mean for real. Who could put up with all that noise in the middle of the night? ; )