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15 Fearless Female Military Units That Changed the Course of History

Darren October 27, 2025 6 min
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1. The Dahomey Amazons

1. The Dahomey Amazons
Dahomey Amazons: Elite all-female warriors who defended their kingdom with unmatched bravery and skill.

The Dahomey Amazons were an elite all-female military regiment in the Kingdom of Dahomey (now Benin) during the 17th-19th centuries. Renowned for their ferocity and discipline, they regularly defended their kingdom against European colonial forces and neighboring tribes. Their legend persists as a symbol of African female empowerment. Learn more at Smithsonian Magazine.

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