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First Female Beefeater Takes Her Post

After 500+ years, gender barrier falls at Tower of London

(Newser) - The Tower of London is no longer a man's world—a 42-year-old Scottish woman has become the first female Beefeater. Moira Cameron started work today after 2 months of special training. Like the other Yeoman Warders who work at the tower, she'll guard the crown jewels and lead tours. "...

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