Staff Col. Gökçen Firat has become the first woman in the Turkish Navy to be promoted to the rank of admiral. She was promoted to Admiral of the Naval Forces Command (Navy) by a decision of the Supreme Military Council. Gökçen Firat is an outstanding representative of the Turkish Armed Forces with an impeccable service and military career. This step opens new perspectives for women in the military and demonstrates the desire for equality in a male-dominated field such as the navy.