Tag: Women in combat

Unexpected Lessons in a Combat Zone

June 23, 2023
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Commentary “Don’t worry. You’ll be safe. Women don’t go into combat.” My husband reassured me as I lay with my head on his chest while discussing my fears about my upcoming deployment. His dismissive response annoyed me, but, in the end, he was right. In 2004, it was against the law for women to serve…

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British Military: Over 60 Percent of Personnel Facing Serious Sex-Crime Charges Walk Free

May 22, 2023
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Just 54 out of 145 British military personnel accused of serious sexual crimes have been convicted, analysis by The Epoch Times can reveal. The figures, taken from official Ministry of Defence (MoD) court martial records, show that as many as 10 members of the military face court each month on sex offences, including sexual assault,…

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