Celebrating the Strength of America's and the Army's Women.
Women's History Month began March 1st and continues throughout the month. The Department of Defense theme is "Writing Women Back into History." But in the Army, they never left. They have been a major part of the Army's history since its inception and we have continued to honor their service.
Female Soldiers play a vital role in today's Army. Leadership opportunities for women abound with female Soldiers serving in a variety of missions and in many different capacities. They are part of the Army team and Army family and are welcome and sought after for a variety of careers that offer personal and professional growth. Women, both uniformed and civilian, have served with distinction in every war this Nation has ever fought and continue to play a vital and crucial role. Their sacrifices, professionalism and bravery set and exceed the standard and underscore their dedication and willingness to share the responsibility of countering the enemy threat.
The Army is hosting many diverse recognition ceremonies and symposiums including a Women's Army Service Pilots (WASP) Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony at the U.S. Capitol and the induction of the Hon. Tammy Duckworth and Brig. Gen. Wilma Vaught into the U.S. Army Women's Foundation's 2nd Annual Army Women in Transition Symposium Hall of Fame. In addition Command Sgt. Maj. Michele S. Jones, the first black female command sergeant major of the Army Reserve, is hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new expansion of the US Army Women's Museum at Fort Lee, Va, showcasing two new exhibits: Army women stationed at Fort Lee, Va, and the role of female chaplains.
Regardless of the myriad roles that Army women fill today, the Army remains in compliance with public law, Department of Defense policy and its own regulations regarding the assignment of female Soldiers. However, this month and always the Army will honor and recognize women Soldiers and civilians at all levels and in all capacities with events held at installations around the world. Local community participation both on and off the installations will also be held in the form of events, activities, speeches, lunches and symposiums.
Related Links:
African Americans in the US Army: Profile of Command Sgt. Maj. Michele S. Jones
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