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    Women's suffrage movement 'pathway' to greater female participation in military [Image 4 of 4]

    Women's suffrage movement 'pathway' to greater female participation in military

    BAGHDAD, IRAQ

    08.23.2008

    Photo by Pfc. Lyndsey Prax 

    Multi-National Division Baghdad

    Brig. Gen. Anna Mae Hays became the first woman and the first nurse in American military history to attain the rank of general officer. During her tenure, she dealt with the imposing challenges of recruitment and retention as the Vietnam War reached its height. She received the Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit with Oak Leaf Cluster and the Army Commendation Medal, among other awards and commendations.

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    Date Taken: 08.23.2008
    Date Posted: 08.23.2008 09:21
    Photo ID: 110336
    Resolution: 1250x1750
    Size: 132.09 KB
    Location: BAGHDAD, IQ

    Web Views: 366
    Downloads: 33

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