Women at Sea: A Sinking Ship.
Abstract
Women represent the majority of the population in the United States today. In many major institutions, including the Navy, acceptance of women's talents and contributions is limited--they represent an underutilized resource. In 4 years, personnel shortages will be realized by U.S. military establishments. The manpower pool will no longer provide enough physically and mentally eligible men to accomplish its mission. This thesis examines proposals concerning the utilization of womanpower: (1) continuing to utilize women in traditional support roles, (2) decreasing participation of women; and (3) expanding women's roles to include sea/combat duty. Because of the continuing problems of recruiting, retention and reenlistment of men, the author conclude that women must be utilized in all aspects of the Navy and not restricted from sea/combat duty. Women serving as part of the total mission of the Navy is a new concept--both to men and women. This thesis highlights the barriers toward utilization of women at sea and discuss recommendations for future action and research.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADA035845
Entities
People
- Paulette Reichert
Organizations
- Naval Postgraduate School