Had a talk with a couple of writers today....one thought the equilibrium of an infantry unit in combat could be adversely affected by having a female member.
Members of these units are trained to look out for one another, if the unit contained one or two females, the males may feel it their duty to protect them from harm...a natural reaction which could have a bearing on the effectiveness of the unit.
He was a son of Sir Fitzroy McLean, war hero, author, and supposed template for James Bond.