Revisiting the Archive: Episode 10: Perry Watkins
Making Gay History | LGBTQ Oral Histories from the Archive - May 23, 2020
- 21:13
When Perry Watkins was drafted in 1968, he assumed the Army would reject him for being gay. They didn’t. When they got rid of him after 15 years of service, he fought back. As we face the systemic inequalities Covid-19 has once again laid bare, an enraging tale of prejudice, triumph, and tragedy.Visit our Season Three episode webpage for background information, archival photos, and other resources.
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