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“Those damn women” – Special web feature

Canadian female fighter jet pilots first took to the skies 30-plus years ago—but few have followed in their vapour trails
Discover the untold story of the 1979 SWINTER Aircrew Trial and the remarkable women who braved intense scrutiny to become pioneers in the Canadian Armed Forces. Hear from Deanna Brasseur, one of Canada’s first female fighter pilots, as she recounts her challenging journey in a male-dominated military. Despite resistance and stereotypes, Brasseur and her peers paved the way for future generations.

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https://legionmagazine.com/features/those-damn-women

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