Former Fort Hamilton commander lauds female-friendly changes
The U.S. military has made great strides in terms of women’s rights, the former commander of the U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hamilton told a group of soldiers and civilian workers at a Women’s History Month observance at the fort on March 23.
Col. Tracey E. Nicholson (retired), who was the first and, so far, only female to serve as the commanding officer at Fort Hamilton, was the guest speaker at a Women’s History Month celebration at the post’s theater. She was the fort’s commander from 2005 to 2008.
Nicholson, who retired from the U.S. Army four years ago after 29 years of service and is currently the city manager of Hyattsville, Maryland, said things have changed for women in the military.