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‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’: A Survivor’s Story
September 24, 2021
Brandon Anderson served in the army from 2003 to 2008, when the policy was ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.’ His fiancé at the time was his best male friend, so he was living a double life. When tragedy fell, and his partner was the victim of police violence, Brendan was forced to disclose his sexuality, and given a dishonorable discharge from the army, to which he’d devoted 5 years of his life.
Full Episodes
Episode 1: The Crossing
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There is a very stark line between before boot camp and after boot camp.
Episode 2: The Mission
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Military life shapes service men and women in profound, unexpected ways.
Episode 3: The Return
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For many Veterans, the road back to civilian life is full of uncertainty.
Episode 4: The Reckoning
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How can Veterans and civilians find common ground, and move America forward together.
Clips & Previews
American Veteran Promo
October 12, 2021
AMERICAN VETERAN traces the veteran experience across the arc of American history.
Episode 3: The Return: Preview
September 28, 2021
For many Veterans, the road back to civilian life is full of uncertainty.
Episode 4: The Reckoning: Preview
September 27, 2021
How can Veterans and civilians find common ground, and move America forward together.
Episode 2: The Mission: Preview
September 27, 2021
Military life shapes service men and women in profound, unexpected ways.
On my Own: Navigating Life After the Military
September 24, 2021
The military experience can provide a Veteran with a wealth of transferable skills.
Kill Or Be Killed
September 24, 2021
Soldiers are trained to kill, but in reality, the impact of this can be formidable.
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