Guard Soldier part of first group of women to head to ranger school.

2014-12-25T23:18:35-05:00

I wish her and anyone willing to tackle the school good luck and God speed!

http://www.stripes.com/news/army/guard-soldier-among-1st-group-of-women-to-head-to-ranger-school-1.321067

Response by SFC Dr. Joseph Finck, BS, MA, DSS made Dec 25 at 2014 11:20 PM

2014-12-25T23:20:07-05:00

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member I wish 1st Lt. Alessandra Kirby success, the best of luck, and well wishes. I also hope if they this is a fair and honest examination of abilities. I do not wear a coveted Ranger Tab and will not comment on whether I believe it appropriate or not as I do not have the experience to remove me from making ignorant comments.

Response by MSgt Dan Hurley made Dec 25 at 2014 11:35 PM

2014-12-25T23:35:10-05:00

I remember many years ago when I attended Army basic training, my DI favorite say was " How would you like a woman in your foxhole" as a young smart-ass i replied hell I don't as long as she watches my back. I think this has been a long time coming and it's nice to see the Army is finally getting with the program. Best of luck and Gods speed.

Response by SPC(P) Jay Heenan made Dec 25 at 2014 11:57 PM

2014-12-25T23:57:09-05:00

They should of interviewed someone else, here is a quote as to why...

"Women could potentially play a key role in high-risk operations that the Rangers specialize in, Fairbourn said. Soldiers going undercover behind enemy lines, for example, could be less suspicious if they were posing as a couple."

Ummm, doesn't this LTC now that if he allowed the above quote, he'd be breaking some the Laws of war.

I am all for women doing being all that they can be...AS LONG AS THEY DON'T LOWER THE STANDARDS!!! Sorry, end rant.