This annotated bibliography investigates the historical trajectory and evolving roles of women within the United States military from the American Revolution to the War on Terror. Judith Bellafaire, a recognized historian in the field of military history, compiles a comprehensive list of resources to document the contributions, challenges, and shifting institutional policies regarding female service members. The work provides a structured framework for researchers to examine how women transitioned from volunteer roles to integral components of the all-volunteer force.

Experts and historians frequently cite this text as a foundational reference for those researching the history of women in the armed services. Readers often note the academic utility of the annotations in navigating the vast primary and secondary literature on the subject.