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Ten women who inspired us in 2009

Ten women who inspired us in 2009

Able Seaman Kate Nesbitt, Royal Navy: Nesbitt was awarded the Military Cross for her heroism under fire with 3 Commando in Afghanistan. The MC is the British equivalent of the Silver Star and she is only the second woman to ever be awarded it. She dressed L/Cpl John List’s neck wound and kept him from losing blood while bullets and rockets flew overhead in Marjah district in Helmand. Earlier this month, L/Cpl List said no words could … Read entire article »

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Cheerleader and Mom Join Ranks

Cheerleader and Mom Join Ranks

Like many high school seniors, Megan Schlotthauer wasn’t sure what she wanted to do after graduation. Her grades weren’t the best, and college is expensive. Searching for a purpose, the 17-year-old decided to explore her options in the Army Reserve. “I was looking at the community colleges, and thought I would go there,” she said. “Then I was talking to some people I know who are in the Navy Reserve, and some friends who have been in … Read entire article »

Filed under: Military, Our Best: Military Women