France's first female general officer, Valérie André, a veteran aviator, has died at 102.
Valérie André, France's first female general officer and a pioneering aviator, passed away at 102. She served as a medical officer in Indochina and Algeria, earning the nickname "Madame Ventilator" for her work in evacuating hundreds of casualties. André, trained as a helicopter pilot, was known for her dedication to supporting soldiers on the front lines and advocated for women's roles in the military.
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