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Was Peggy the first, second, third, or fourth woman to serve as NASA's Chief Astronaut?

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Yes, Peggy was the first woman to serve as NASA's Chief Astronaut. She was appointed to the position in 1983 and served until 1990. Peggy was a pioneer in the field of space exploration, and her appointment as Chief Astronaut was a major step forward for women in the space program.
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