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Was Last Year the ‘Year of the US Military Woman?’

By Chris Riback
Posted January 4, 2016 at 6:56am

Voice of America reports: “It appears that 2015 was the year of the U.S. military woman.”  

“After years of studies and trials, all military positions, including combat positions, are opening up to females.”  

“The historic decision was announced by Secretary of Defense Ash Carter.”

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