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DevonRex

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13. Not surprised one bit.

Reply to xchrom (Original post)

Tue Jun 4, 2013, 08:41 PM

Jun 2013

But it sure is wonderful to know for sure, isn't it? I'm telling you, there are LGBT stories galore about military service. Back before DADT even, in a lot of ways they gave more and sacrificed more than any of us.

The ones who were successful in staying under the radar were the best actors I ever knew. Perfect for certain MI MOSes. Very, very dangerous MOSes.

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Transgender Woman Reveals She Served As A Navy SEAL For 20 Years [View all] xchrom Jun 2013 OP

fascinating riverwalker Jun 2013 #1

OMGosh, this is so awesome.....like someone always said.....women just do it better.... a kennedy Jun 2013 #2

I saw this today at work and thought - heads must be exploding in Freeperville underpants Jun 2013 #10

good for her, anyone who attacks her does not support the troops and veterans JI7 Jun 2013 #3

check out this freeper, not the worst of them but probably what many americans JI7 Jun 2013 #4

That's actually pretty tame for Free Republic. Initech Jun 2013 #11

that's why i posted it, it probably represents the stereotype or prejudice of many others who may JI7 Jun 2013 #12

Kristen's pre-change macho occupation isn't all that unusual at all MrScorpio Jun 2013 #5

My very good friend is a decorated Vietnam veteran ismnotwasm Jun 2013 #6

I met another--a Vietnam combat Marine grunt vet who transgendered later pinboy3niner Jun 2013 #7

the most freaking awesome thing I have read today! Whisp Jun 2013 #8

he must have kept it well hidden MikeW Jun 2013 #9

Not surprised one bit. DevonRex Jun 2013 #13