"We're all part of something bigger than ourselves." 
 
"We have gone a long way to show that women in the military, serving shoulder to shoulder with men, are not a social experiment.  It's an example of professionals doing what they were trained to do.  We have a shared passion for the mission because (the military) is a profession, not a job." - Brig. Gen. Dana Born, USAF 
 
Women have served valiantly in America’s wars and conflicts throughout history. And although women were not formally under military command until the early part of the 20th century, they have served in various capacities, beginning with America’s War of Independence.   
 
Learn More from the VA Women Veterans: Past, Present and Future.  
 
Women continue to be vital part of the armed forces and the community of veterans. The study of women veterans begins with the history of women in the military and their changing roles in the military.  
 
At each VA Medical Center, a Women Veterans Program Manager is assigned to assist women veterans. Women veterans desiring care at VA should contact a Women Veterans Program Manager at the nearest VA Medical Center. She will discretely help coordinate everything from Medical Services to Mental Health to Sexual Abuse Counseling.
 
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~ Women Veterans Health - Women in the Military ~

Women veterans are eligible for the same Medical Benefit Package as male veterans. Any inpatient care or treatment required, which is not available at the preferred treatment facility, will be obtained through other facilities or through community health care facilities.
 
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OUTSTANDING OREGON WOMAN VETERAN AWARD
Who do you think deserves to be named the Outstanding Oregon Woman Veteran? Nominate someone who you think deserves it.

-Nomination Preface 
-Nomination Form