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Girl In A Military
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The female skeletal system is less dense, and more prone to breakages. There is also concern that, in aviation, the female body is not as adept at handling the increased g-forces experienced by combat pilots. Furthermore, health issues regarding women are argued as the reason that the some submarine services avoid accepting women, although mixed-gender accommodations in a small space is also an issue. The traditionalist Center for Military Readiness stated that “Female soldiers are, on average, shorter and smaller than men, with 45-50% less upper body strength and 25-30% less aerobic capacity, which is essential for endurance”.
However, an article in the Army Times July 29, 1996, states that some women do possess the physical attributes suitable to become combat soldiers.
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