Australia has named Lieutenant General Susan Coyle as its first female army chief after 125 years of male leadership. The announcement on April 13 means Coyle will assume command of the Australian Army in July. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said 'From July, we will have the first ever female chief of army in the Australian Army's 125-year history.'
The appointment is the first time a woman will lead any of the three branches of the Australian military. Coyle, 55, is currently chief of joint capabilities.
