Woman takes helm of Japanese Aegis destroyer for 1st time

Capt. Miho Otani became the first woman to take the helm of a Japanese Aegis destroyer on Monday, pledging to set an example for other female sailors to follow."I expect you to pursue our missions without hesitation," Otani, 48, told the 300-member crew of the Myoko, the Aegis defense system-equipped Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer she will captain, at the Maizuru Base in Kyoto Prefecture, western Japan.Speaking to reporters, she explained the weight she will carry in the role."It is a great honor to become the first female captain (of an Aegis destroyer). I would like to think about …READ FULL ARTICLE