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I didn't want to be the butt of people's jokes
Cpl Owain Bridge -
The military is more reflective of society
Cpl Owain Jones -
It prompted the need to offer mental or physical assistance to a lot of veterans who were trawling back very traumatic memories.
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We’ve never been able to unite and discuss what we went through, ever.
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We've nothing to be ashamed of anymore.
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You can be charged for not saluting, or charged for not shooting.
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Someone, somewhere felt that if you were of a gay persuasion you would be open to blackmail.
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You were aware that you were policing it, that it was against the law.
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If you’re wearing a uniform, it’s to defend everyones rights.
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I should have had support to help me get back to life on civvy street, but suddenly I wasn't entitled to any of it.
Pádraigín Ní Rághillíg -
I felt that I'd lied
Cpl Mike Taylor -
I kept a side of my life hidden away
Cpl Mike Taylor