Breaking barriers in elite military training

Subteniente Esmeralda Ruiz has made history by becoming the first woman to complete the grueling Curso de Operaciones Especiales para Mandos at the prestigious Escuela Militar de Montaña y Operaciones Especiales in Jaca, Spain.

Breaking through glass ceilings

Ruiz's remarkable achievement is just the beginning of her trailblazing career. She has also become the first female officer to lead a unit of Operaciones Especiales, the Grupo de Operaciones Especiales IV, stationed in Alicante.

Throughout her journey, Ruiz has demonstrated exceptional grit and determination. Her path to the top was paved with rigorous training, challenging deployments, and unwavering dedication to her country.

From her early days, Ruiz was captivated by the stories of her friends who served in the military. Their tales of camaraderie, physical endurance, and the thrill of adventure sparked a deep longing within her.

After completing her basic training at the Academia General Básica de Suboficiales, Ruiz was assigned to the elite Tercio