Seven specific men are mentioned by name, all of them are heroes, and 'wise' or 'brave' or 'good' or 'exceptional'.
it seems while there has been advances in recognizing the fact that women serve alongside men in the Armed Forces, and that 'man' is not a gender-inclusive term, still women face an uphill battle to have their deeds and accomplishments recognized -to be held up as the standard bearer for others to follow.