spiceygamble: Persons who train with the different services are expected to uphold themselves with a higher level of respect and self control. Police, fire, military, park rangers, national security, even private security officers & martial artists... they are supposed to be reliable, safe & willing to defend... whether they be male or female.
This is the expectation, to serve with honor.
Now whether or not they do it is a whole different kettle of beans... but yes, the idea of someone living by an honor bound code is sexy.
You really have put this in perspective. I can't speak for other military people, but I was always taught it was an honour to be able to wear the uniform and this honour is earned not given.