Includes bibliographical references (pages 273-286) and index.
Contents
What is war? -- What is combat? -- Evolution of women's involvement in war and combat: the historical view -- Evolution of women's involvement in war and combat: the contemporary scene -- Law and policy -- The American public -- Sociological theory and the evolution of combat -- Readiness -- Cohesion -- Ability -- Sexual issues -- Equal opportunity -- Family -- Toward strength and equality.