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Military Fitness: Youth Over Age for Combat Readiness

10/18/2025

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The article states most four-star U.S. Army generals are over 56, showing age relates to fitness.
The author, a retired general, points to General George Marshall purging older generals before World War II.
The piece argues against accommodating age or gender in standards, insisting physical requirements reflect combat readiness.
The author, while noting fitness challenges, backs Secretary Hegseth’s emphasis on youth in military roles.

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Story summary

The article states most four-star U.S. Army generals are over 56, showing age relates to fitness.
The author, a retired general, points to General George Marshall purging older generals before World War II.
The piece argues against accommodating age or gender in standards, insisting physical requirements reflect combat readiness.
The author, while noting fitness challenges, backs Secretary Hegseth’s emphasis on youth in military roles.