Perry Watkins
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Perry Watkins (August 20, 1948 – March 17, 1996) was an American soldier. A gay man, he was one of the first servicemembers to challenge the ban against homosexuals in the United States military.
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Perry Watkins | |
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Born | (1948-08-20)August 20, 1948 Joplin, Missouri, U.S. |
Died | March 17, 1996(1996-03-17) (aged 47) Tacoma, Washington, U.S. |
Other names | Simone |
Occupation | United States soldier |
Known for | Fighting the gay-exclusionary policy of the United States military |
Military career | |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Rank | Sergeant First Class |
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