Of the four countries we visited in 2014, the United Kingdom was the only one not permitting women in ground combat specialties. At the time, I didn't think anything of it. I assumed we were there for a reason. We were visiting these countries to understand better their experience with women in ground combat specialties. … Continue reading United Kingdom: Women in Combat
Month: June 2022
The Weigh-in
Marines who exceed weight and body fat standards are a detriment to and detract from the combat readiness of their unit . . . Simply put, Marines who do not present a suitable military appearance fail to possess the qualities necessary to effectively lead Marines. This is especially true for Marines in a leadership or … Continue reading The Weigh-in
Breaking Into the Brotherhood 