Elizabeth Muriel Gregory MacGill, known as the “Queen of the Hurricanes”, was the world’s first woman to earn an aeronautical engineering degree and was the first woman in Canada to receive a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. She worked as an aeronautical engineer during the Second World War and did much to make Canada a powerhouse of aircraft construction during her years at Canadian Car and Foundry (CC&F) in Fort William, Ontario.

MacGill’s work on the Hurricane was essential to the Allied victory in the war. She made a number of design improvements to the aircraft, including strengthening the wings and tail section, and adding a new type of propeller.

MacGill was a pioneer for women in engineering and aviation. She was the first woman to be inducted into the Canadian Aviation Hall of Fame, and she was awarded the Order of Canada for her contributions to the country. MacGill’s legacy is one of innovation and determination. She broke down barriers for women in engineering and aviation, and her work helped to win World War II. She is an inspiration to women around the world.

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