Monday, February 7, 2011
A memoir of a Veteran discharged from the Navy for being gay
I created this blog for my partner, Phillip Zimmerman, and his story of being discharged from the Navy for being gay. His memoir has a projected Spring 2011 release date. Please feel free to post your story as a GLBT person who was discharged from the Armed Services.
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Welcome!
ReplyDeleteI'm truly looking forward to the healing that this book will bring to all those hurt by similar circumstances, as well as bringing to light a terrible injustice done to thousands of veterans whose only crime was simply being who God created them to be.
ReplyDeleteI fully support Phillip Zimmerman in this endeavor and wish him all the best!
Msgr. Christopher Wallace, RSJ, C.Ht.
I too support Phillip 100% in this project. Phillip is a light in the darkness for those who are currently suffering through injustices done by our government and even in the secular world. This book will be a comfort and hope for those suffering. I know it will be a success!
ReplyDeleteToday is difficult for Phillip as he writes, word for word, the discharge comments that were given to him almost 25 years ago. The pain he is feeling right now is as if that day was today. THIS is why his story needs to be told and is HOPEFUL that other GLBT persons will find comfort in knowing they are NOT alone.
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to this read... I am hoping not only for healing it will provide to those who suffered the same injustice, but I hope to see it open the eyes of some of the worlds ignorance.
ReplyDeleteThe complete full first draft of the book is complete. Now on to cleaning up the text.
ReplyDeleteI'm with you Phillip. Monterey was a nice place to live and serve...except for all the damn prejudice.
ReplyDeleteBook is ready! Where to next?
ReplyDeleteBook is done! Now on to graphics, editing and final formatting.
ReplyDeleteBook is now in the hands of the graphic artist as well as layout process. One step closer to publication!
ReplyDeleteThe book is now in production and on it's way to publication. Advanced purchase notice will be posted in the coming weeks.
ReplyDeleteGood Morning! The book format is in review status and we should be getting book pre-order information soon. Please check us out here as well as Facebook and Twitter for updates. Have a GREAT weekend and THANK YOU for supporting us!
ReplyDeleteGood Morning VERY excited about the book cover! THANK YOU Bill and Gerry, you guys ROCK!!
ReplyDeleteChapter VI: Paladin - Gateway to the Persian Gulf
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After two months time, The USS Spruance (DD-962) relieved the USS Oliver Hazard Perry (FFG-7), and we were transferred over to her so that we could continue our monitoring of hostile activity. Unlike the Oliver Hazard Perry, this ship was “all business”, with early morning mil...itary marches loudly played to wake up the crew and start the day’s business.
Chapter XII: Dark, Lonely Nights and the Rising Son
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My belief is that we don’t have a person to waste. I am working with the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the military services, the Congress, and others concerned to design a policy which will ensure equality and fairness, while preserving the unity and preparedness of our military....
I appreciate your views and support.
Sincerely,
Bill Clinton
It's interesting to watch someone from my past on a television program today stating that he "placed himself in "harm's way and served and defended the Constitution of the United States... and deserves the same rights as everyone else." Ironic, isn't it?
ReplyDeleteChapter VIII: A Christmas to Remember
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At one point, I noticed an obviously furious Mutawa’een stop a car. To my surprise, a young American or European woman was driving the car and she was not wearing the traditional veil. The old men banged their canes on her car and ordered her out of the vehicle.
Good Morning Everyone! Here is the link to kickstarter for Phillip's book. Please take a moment to view and pass onto all interested parties. Thanks and have a great day!
ReplyDeletehttp://www.kickstarter.com/projects/106121509/for-the-convenience-of-the-government-a-memoir-of
ReplyDeleteI wonder... When did discharges from the military 25 (or more) years ago become less egregious than those during the DADT period? Some of our younger veterans and allies need to understand that the discharge of LGBTQ people is not unique to their time. It has been an insidious practice of the uniformed services for far too long, with the same horrific and long-lasting effects on lives. Justice can never truly exist while many who served in silence are forgotten.
ReplyDeleteThis book is NOW scheduled to be released and available via Amazon over the Memorial Day Weekend! Pre-orders/support can be made at Kickstarter.com A portion of the proceeds will be donated to two LGBTQ Veteran Organizations. As always, thank you for your continued support.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjJnmdcY0fM&feature=related
ReplyDeleteSuch a powerful song with an INCREDIBLE message...
Yesterday, a sailor shared his seperation evaluation with those who might want to see how good sailors are essentially thrown away by the military. Even though this sailor was good at his job, and respected for his contributions, he was not recommended for retention...simply because of his sexual orientation. Like so many others, he felt the sting of government sanctioned discrimination. When will it end?
ReplyDeleteI am pleased to announce that, as of Friday, May 20, 2011, the book is NOW available for purchase! To order the book, please go to http://www.fortheconvenienceofthegovernment.com/
ReplyDeleteBoth paperback and hardback copies are available!
Thank you for your support!