The Fight to Fight: Women Warriors Breaking Barriers- EP296 Tango Alpha Lima

The battle for equality in the U.S. military didn't happen overnight. It took decades of courage, persistence and women who refused to back down. Documentary filmmakers Joy Bronson and Ellen Haring reveal the untold stories behind "The Fight to Fight," their upcoming feature film chronicling women's integration into combat roles from the 1970s through 2016. Hear firsthand accounts from a Gulf War Navy pilot and a retired Army colonel about the restrictions they faced, the lawsuit that changed everything, and why today's military women still face resistance. This episode of Tango Alpha Lima captures history in the making and honors the pioneers who proved they could "crush them with competence.” Also in this episode, a preview of the Army-Navy Game, what’s ahead for Wreaths Across America and futuristic changes to an Army chow hall. SHOW LINKS ⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/4gOLm593s6cyngXEZLkIWM?si=t3s0FzunQL2glY8RbEr2Pw