The leaders of Disabled American Veterans and the American Legion both say they haven't seen any particular problems due to their status as the first women to lead the groups.
Command Sgt. Maj. Noel Foster died Sept. 1 at his home near Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Army officials have not released information on the cause or manner of his death, saying it is under investigation.
American Legion members elected their first female national commander on Thursday, the second woman this month to take over the top leadership role of a major national veterans organization.