Thus, gender norms are not reinforced in a way that subordinates one sex to the other, but confirms that both genders are equal in capacity, and the task of becoming a soldier is up to whoever can complete the training. ... Senator DeHaven might appear to have recruited Jordan for the greater good of women in general, or more specifically to their inclusion in all branches of the navy. ... While he maintains a strict discipline upon his soldiers and the exemplification of an effective leader, the Master Chief does display traits that are usually associated with femininity, and are thus an asso...

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However, she is seen to interfere with politics in her support of Cassio's cause - "Be thou assured, good Cassio, I will do all my abilities in thy behalf." ... Othello is regarded and well respected in Venetian society, but only as a soldier. ...

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Gilgamesh and Enkidu as forces of good for the society, are often controlled by women, once again showing the force of civility as portrayed by women. ... Women are generally portrayed as good and pure in the story, making Enkkidu, a near-god, guiding men through their struggles, actually creating humans, and reacting negatively rarely. ... Gilgamesh's "arrogance knows no bounds, " he raped towns' women, he sacrificed soldiers, and has to guarantee that he is with grooms' brides prior to the actual groom. ...

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