HARRISBURG, PA – Today, the Pennsylvania Commission for Women hosted an event to honor Pennsylvania’s female veterans in celebration of Women’s History Month. The event honored 21 women from across the commonwealth representing every branch of the armed services for their brave service and selfless contributions to Pennsylvania and to the nation.
“Tom and I are deeply grateful for and inspired by the strength, resilience, and pride, of the service of the women we are celebrating today,” said First Lady Wolf. “These valiant leaders have made great sacrifices to protect our commonwealth, our country, and our freedoms. It is important that we elevate their stories and accomplishments to express our appreciation and encourage the next generation of military women.”
“On behalf of the Pennsylvania Commission for Women, we are honored to recognize the courageous and selfless women who keep Pennsylvania, and our nation, safe,” said Commission Chair Randi Teplitz. “Women who serve make tremendous personal sacrifices and deserve our endless gratitude. We are excited to share the unique stories and accomplishments of 21 women who have triumphed in both the public and private sectors.”
“It is truly an honor to recognize these amazing military service women and celebrate their careers. Women in the military continue to push boundaries because of the service of the women we honor today and women that served in every generation,” said Maureen Weigl, Deputy Adjutant General for Veterans Affairs. Over 300,000 women served in Iraq and Afghanistan, 9,000 earned combat action badges, and today women make up over 16% of the United States Armed Forces. In Pennsylvania there are over 65,000 female veterans and service members. I thank you all for your service!”
“It is truly an honor to be here today to offer congratulations and a thank you to our service members. Women have served our nation since its inception and have proven over and over again that we are an integral part of our nation’s defense. The United States military has always represented the very best that America has to offer – regardless of gender,” said Laura A. McHugh, Brigadier General, Pennsylvania Army National Guard.
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