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Pentagon to change rules for women in combat, easing restrictions
The new laws will open up 14,000 new jobs to female troops.
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Women in combat ban lifted by Panetta
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Pentagon women military 090212

The Pentagon is set to loosen restrictions on women in the military, opening up 14,000 new and potentially more dangerous jobs to female soldiers.

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