They Were First Although women from diverse backgrounds have served since the American revolution, many firsts were achieved only in the last several decades. Across all branches of service, some of the most noteworthy firsts are presented here. ← Artifacts Tell HERstory 1980s → They Were First The Color of Freedom: Honoring the Diversity of America's Servicewomen TrailblazersServing Around the WorldWe Also ServedA Lifelong CommitmentThe Price of FreedomService Doesn't StopMore than a UniformArtifacts Tell HERstoryThey Were First1980s1990s2000s2010s2020s