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  • The International Womens Media Foundation Courage in Journalism Awards, Beverly Hills Hotel, Los Angeles, America - 16 Oct 2008
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    The International Womens Media Foundation Courage in Journalism Awards, Beverly Hills Hotel, Los Angeles, America - 16 Oct 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Jen Lowery / Rex Features ( 811423o )
    Renee Zellweger
    The International Womens Media Foundation Courage in Journalism Awards, Beverly Hills Hotel, Los Angeles, America - 16 Oct 2008

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073AD )
    Recruit on the assault course
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military personnel h...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073Z )
    Recruits exercise class
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military personnel have die...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073Y )
    Recruits running
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military personnel have died, 75 o...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073W )
    Sign at entrance to Marine Base
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military personnel ...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073T )
    Recruit on parade ground drill
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military personnel h...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073R )
    Recruits on parade ground drill
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military personnel ...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073Q )
    Recruits on parade ground drill
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military personnel ...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073P )
    Recruits floatation exercise in the swimming pool
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American m...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073O )
    Recruits floatation exercise in the swimming pool
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American m...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073N )
    Recruits floatation exercise in the swimming pool
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American m...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073H )
    Recruits practising offensive techniques
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military p...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073F )
    Recruits practising offensive techniques
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military p...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073D )
    Recruits yelling "Marine Corps"
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military personnel ...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073B )
    Early morning physical exercises
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military personnel...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073A )
    Early morning physical exercises
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military personnel...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073BF )
    In readiness for the Graduation Parade
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military pe...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073BE )
    In readiness for the Graduation Parade
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military pe...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073BB )
    Recruits carrying full kit in the swimming pool
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American mi...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073BA )
    Recruits carrying full kit in the swimming pool
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American mi...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073AZ )
    Recruits on five-mile run
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military personnel have ...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073AW )
    Recruits boxing
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military personnel have died, 75 o...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073AU )
    Recruits preparing for boxing training
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military pe...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073AT )
    Recruit taking a break from exercise
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military pers...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073AS )
    Recruits having camouflage make-up wiped off her face by another recruit with CND symbol tattoo on finger
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073AP )
    Recruits learning unarmed combat
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military personne...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073AH )
    Recruit practising low-level crawling on assault course
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 Ame...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

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  • Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
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    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Gardner / Rex Features ( 742073AF )
    Recruit on the assault course
    Women's US Marine Corps, Parris Island Marine Base, South Carolina, America - Feb 2008
    FROM CAMPUS TO COMBAT - THE FEMALE MARINES

    On 13th August 1918 a young woman named Opha Mae Johnson made history when she became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.

    Given the category of "F" (for female) she was not allowed to go to war but would have worked as a secretary, cook or military nurse or any other job that the first marine women were allowed to do.

    It would be another 20 years before women were actually allowed to serve in a war zone.

    In February 1943 The Marine Corps Women's Reserve was established; the United States Congress then passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act on 12th June 1948, which made women a permanent part of the regular Marine Corps.

    In 1950 the Women Reserves were mobilized for the Korean War and 2,787 served their country. By the height of the Vietnam War there were about 2,700 women marines serving both stateside and abroad.

    The 1990s saw additional changes and increased responsibilities for women in the Marine Corps, including flying combat aircraft. Approximately 1,000 women marines were deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.

    In 1997 women marines began attending Marine Combat Training, allowing them the same combat training opportunities as men. And these women now undergo a tough training regime at Parris Island Marine Base in South Carolina.

    Today, women in the American military are still not allowed in front-line ground combat. But they work in supporting roles, from manning vehicles to flying combat planes - jobs that put them in dangerous situations, especially in Iraq. Since the U.S led invasion of Iraq in 2003, more than 3,000 American military personnel h...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CGMLOKV

     

  • Monaco National Day
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    Monaco National Day
    Princess Stephanie leaves the cathedral, after the mass in honor the National day in Monte-Carlo, Monaco on November 19, 2007. Photo ABACAPRESS.COM (FOTO: DUKAS/ABACA)
    Happy Birthday: Prinzessin Stephanie von Monaco feiert am 1. Feburar ihren 50. Geburtstag

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