Season 3: Episode 2: Perry Watkins

Season 3: Episode 2: Perry Watkins

Season 3: Episode 2: Perry Watkins

Making Gay History | LGBTQ Oral Histories from the Archive - October 26, 2017 - 21:13

Sergeant Perry Watkins played by the rules. The U.S military did not. Drafted in 1968, he was thrown out fifteen years later despite his honesty and stellar record of service. He fought back and won.Visit our episode webpage for background information, archival photos, and other resources.

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