We should not be putting women on the battlefield. However, there may be merit in compelling females to register for a military draft of sorts.

While these two statements may appear contradictory, they complement each other quite well. Modern armed forces demand that a variety of roles be filled, and many of them are not combat oriented. From logistical specialists to human resources officials, there are ample military occupational specialties that include duties outside the scope of direct conflict. These service members support combat forces, improving their effectiveness.