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Defense Leaders Speak at Women's History Month Event

  • Defense.gov
  • March 6, 2023 | 01:19:41

In celebration of Women’s History Month, Coast Guard Adm. Linda L. Fagan, commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard; Air Force Gen. Jacqueline D. Van Ovost, commander of U.S. Transportation Command; Army Gen. Laura J. Richardson, commander of U.S. Southern Command; and Navy Adm. Lisa Franchetti, vice chief of naval operations, discuss the importance of recruiting and keeping the best and most competent personnel in the military.