Jeanne M. Holm

1921–2010 (age 89)

U.S. Air Force general

Biography

Jeanne M. Holm forged a path for women in the U.S. Air Force, rising to become the first female general officer in the service and championing equality throughout her tenure. Her steady leadership helped shape the role of women in uniform and inspired future generations to serve with confidence.

Her legacy endures not only in medals and titles but in the countless airmen and airwomen whose careers she helped to expand through mentorship and advocacy.

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