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The following stories articulate the contributions that gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender veterans have made to the U.S. armed forces. Click on the veteran’s name to read his or her story and please share your story.
How Should a Lesbian in the Military Handle a Custody Conflict?
I am writing on behalf of a friend in need of some answers. She is a single, lesbian parent of a 5-year-old girl and is currently in the military. She has been separated from her ex-husband for 4.5 years. He is also in the military, and she fears that he may use her sexual orientation against her. If you could please give any advice, it would be greatly appreciated.
Can the Military Revoke Lesbian Officer's Pension?
My partner and I want to go to Vermont to obtain a civil union. I am a retired military officer and draw a pension. My question is, if I obtain a civil union, can the military revoke my pension after 30 years of service?
Can I Get Money Back That I Paid to Join the GI Bill Program?
Can A Post-Operative Transsexual Join the Military?
I am a post-operative female-to-male transsexual. I desperately want to join the military, but I am aware of that the military medically disqualifies transsexuals. I am a registered nurse, so I would be in high demand in the military. I was wondering if there is any hope for me being able to join the Reserves.