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[[File:perrywatkins.png|200px|thumb|left|Perry Watkins]]

==Country==

United States

==Birth - Death==

1948 - 1996

==Occupation==

Military

==Description==

Discharged from the military for his homosexuality in 1981.  He successfully appealed the decision on the grounds that he disclosed his sexuality when he enlisted and re-enlisted.  Subject of the documentary 'Sis: The Perry Watkins Story'.  Died of AIDS.  The University of Michigan Law School awards a fellowship named in his honor annually.

==Further Reading/Research==

* http://www.nytimes.com/1996/03/21/nyregion/perry-watkins-48-gay-sergeant-won-court-battle-with-army.html

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