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Why does the U.S. military give a damn about physical appearance for their recruits?

Asked by whitecarnations (1638points) March 23rd, 2012

I never quite understood why in the U.S. military people have to shave their hair off, and maintain a clean look. Why is this? Is it rude to have a long hair? Does it make one less capable? Are women required to cut their hair? Are they hiring the physicalness of the person, or their brains and combat skills?

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