Polar Preet: Representation and role models key to inspiring next generation
The record-breaking Army captain was speaking at Edinburgh Castle – a stop on her tour of the UK.
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Women What is it like being a woman on a submarine?
Forces News spoke to a female submariner about what life is like onboard HMS Anson and her aspirations for future female submariners.
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Women Meet the pioneering female fast jet pilot who smashed the glass ceiling
Mandy Hickson was the second woman ever to fly a Tornado GR4 on the front line.
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Women Female combat clothing range launched as MOD plays catch-up
Women personnel have previously worn armour and uniform designed for men, not suited to the size and shape of their bodies.
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Women Break the bias: How one female soldier has made history by breaking the mould
Dog Handler Sgt Jodie Lewis has become the first British woman to pass the Jungle Warfare Instructor Course.
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Women Former Army officer and women's defence champion awarded OBE
Angela Owen created the Women in Defence UK group to provide vital mentoring for female recruits in the defence sector.
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Arctic/Antarctic Polar Preet's new coast-to-coast quest to conquer Antarctica
The Army captain has already completed a record-breaking 700-mile solo expedition to reach the South Pole in 40 days.
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Arctic/Antarctic Polar Preet: Quickfire questions to the Antarctic record-breaker
We asked the British Army captain a few quickfire questions about her recent exploits and future plans.
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Military Life Sweat Like A Mother: The fitness regime motivating military mums
With SLAM you come for the workout but stay for the community.
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Women Royal Navy makes history with first-ever female admiral
After 25 years' service, Jude Terry takes the helm as Director of People and Training and Naval Secretary.
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Arctic/Antarctic Polar Preet completes her historic 700-mile Antarctic trek
The British Army captain is the first woman of colour to cross Antarctica unsupported.
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Women Polar Preet: Praise pours in for 'history-making expedition'
Captain Preet Chandi arrived safely at the South Pole after a mammoth 700-mile trek lasting 40 days.
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Arctic/Antarctic Polar Preet: 'Big milestone' hit after reaching final 60 nautical miles to South Pole
Captain Chandi is nearing the end of her 28-day attempt to become the first woman of colour to cross Antarctica unsupported.
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Arctic/Antarctic How is Polar Preet fuelling her record-attempting Antarctic trek?
Army Captain Harpreet Chandi, who is being sponsored by BFBS, is aiming to become the first woman of colour to cross Antarctica unsupported.
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Women Polar Preet: Army Captain on target to beat South Pole record
Army Captain Harpreet Chandi is 28 days into a trek to the South Pole.
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Army British Army Brigadier awarded CBE for services to military nursing
Brigadier Alison McCourt was given the award by Princes Charles at Windsor Castle.