Australia has appointed first ever woman army Chief since its founding 125 years ago.
Defence Minister Richard Marles said in a statement on Monday that the appointment was “deeply historic”.
According to AFP report, Lieutenant general Susan Coyle was named Australia’s Chief of Army following a three-decade career during which she has served in the Solomon Islands, Afghanistan and the Middle East.
“Her achievement means that she will be the first woman to command a service in Australian history,” Marles told reporters.
“And it is a deeply historic moment. As Susan said to me, you cannot be what you cannot see.”
Australia’s army is in the throes of a major transformation, equipping itself with long-range firepower, drones and other modern combat tools.
Coyle stressed her experience in areas such as cyber-warfare.
“This breadth of experience provides a strong foundation for the responsibilities of command and the trust placed in me,” she said.
