Valerie Andre, the first woman to achieve the rank of general officer in France, passed away at 102. A pioneering aviator and military doctor, she combined her medical expertise and passion for flying to serve in challenging circumstances during the French occupation of Indochina and later in Algeria. Her bravery and commitment earned her the nickname 'Madame Ventilator' for her extensive work in casualty evacuations. Her legacy is remembered for her extreme dedication to the soldiers, despite the inherent dangers she faced in her military career.
Despite the danger, exhaustion, harsh conditions, and the life-or-death pressure that permeated this environment - or perhaps precisely because of these challenges - Valerie Andre developed a passion for this extreme mission, staying as close as possible to the soldiers she served.
She combined her two passions and became a military doctor, serving in Indochina and later in Algeria, known as Madame Ventilator for her work.
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