Monday, July 27, 2009

British Army Magazine Features Openly Gay Soldier on Cover

This month, for the first time in its history, the cover of the British Army's official publication Soldier magazine shows Trooper James Wharton -- openly gay -- clad in his dress uniform, complete with Iraq medal, next to the headline "Pride."

It is the most obvious sign that almost a decade after the military lifted the ban on homosexuality it is finally comfortable with its new clothes.

According to the article, senior British officers have been "quietly" advising senior American officers on how America can change DADT and ensure a similar success.(
more here)

1 comment:

glen_mc said...

Good on Mother England!