Australia appoints Lt. Gen. Susan Coyle as first woman to lead its Army Today World News

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Newly appointed Chief of Army Lieutenant General Susan Coyle poses for photographers after a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, on April 13, 2026.
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Australia on Monday (April 13, 2026) said a woman would lead its Army for the first ​time in history, as part of a reshuffle of the ‌country’s defence force leadership.

Lieutenant General Susan Coyle, ​the current chief of joint capabilities, will become ⁠Chief of Army in July, the government said in a statement. She will replace Lieutenant General Simon Stuart.

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Australia appoints Lt. Gen. Susan Coyle as first woman to lead its Army