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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 »
Filed under: Military, Our Best: Military Women
Stalked in Shower, Fredonia NY Soldier Captures Rapist
Spc. Heather Lemanski, Company E, 3-142 Assault Helicopter Battalion, New York National Guard, had just returned from block leave when she was informed of a recent attack on a female Ugandan guard while in the shower. Concerned for her safety, Lemanski’s husband suggested she carry a knife and pepper spray with her when she went to shower. Taking his advice, the Fredonia, N.Y., native made it a point to have both items with her; a decision that … Read entire article »
Filed under: Americas North Shore, Crime and Punishment, Military, Our Best: Military Women
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