Perceptions of Women in U.S. Army Combat Units: A Mixed-Methods Study
Post-Gender Integration.

This article reports on the study of nearly 8,800 U.S. Army soldiers surveyed in 2021 after gender integration in infantry and armor units. The research explores how working alongside women, including women leaders, affects male soldiers' attitudes about gender integration, cohesion, and performance. Results show that exposure to women increases support for integration and reduces concerns about unit effectiveness, with qualitative themes offering insight into changes in attitudes within combat arms units.