It Happened at Michigan: Alumna Margaret Brewer Was First Woman General in Marines

March 16, 2026
Read time: <5 mins
Marine

A single headline in a college newspaper changed Margaret Brewer’s life and set her on a path to history. She went on to become the first woman general in the Marine Corps and helped open doors for women across the service. Her story shows how one decision can reshape an entire institution.

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