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The question of women in the military and in dangerous careers has been one of distinct curiosity in this time period. People have often wondered if, because of the way their bodies are genetically imprinted, women are as suitable candidates for the army and such positions as men are. Of course, since the days of classical Greece this question has been one of interest. The Greeks often had strong women in positions of power, often inspired by goddesses with violent natures. The most well known Greek warrior heroines (also the antagonists at times) were the Amazons. A tribe of women known for their strict matriarchal society and their extraordinary strength and skill with weapons, they feature in such famous stories as Jason and the Argonauts and many others.
But in this generation, the woman as a fighter image is no longer relegated to the epic or the novel. Indeed, many women have distinguished themselves in military exploits around the globe, and their presence is often a provocative and important statement of their equality. Beginning as far back as World War II with pin up images of Rosie the Riveter, women's can-do attitude has been increasing, and their image in popular television shows like Survivor and such has made a great impact.
The question of a sexy girl being able to act in the capacity of a heroine is given serious consideration in this particular graphic. Designed to look much like a military recruitment poster, the background especially makes use of symbols like stars and camouflage patterns in order to give it a very provocative feeling. But most important to this design is the image of the woman in the foreground. She is posed at an angle with one hand at her hip where she carries her weapon: a long sword with a curved tip. The other arm is hidden behind her long, enigmatic, flowing hair, as is her face. She is wearing a low cut bodice and boy-cut pants in a drab military green colour. All in all, this design blends symbolism and style to create a trendy and fun design with a large dose of the "second glance factor".
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