I think women are every bit as vulnerable to manipulation through the desire to be "one of the guys" and nowhere is that more evident than in a culture like the military that so strictly enforces conformity.

PeterT, I don't disagree with anything you say. I know your writing style to be concise, but your comments are coming across to me as a being emotionally distant to the point of appearing complacent about this. I find it difficult to believe that would be your intent.