Homosexuals in Western Armed Forces

The range and the most common patterns of Western nations' policies regarding homosexuals in the military are defined. The military's policies concerning homosexuals seem to reflect, but lag behind the policies, in their host societies.

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Published in:Society (New Brunswick) 1993-11, Vol.31 (1), p.37-42
Main Authors: Segal, David R, Gade, Paul A, Johnson, Edgar M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Armed Forces
ARMED FORCES AND POLICE
Bans
CULTURAL PATTERNS
DEMOCRATIC PROCESS AND INSTITUTIONS
Gays & lesbians
Hiring Practices
HOMOSEXUALITY
Military Personnel
Military policy
Personnel Policy
PUBLIC POLICY
SOCIAL SCIENCES
Sociology
Western Society
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Summary:The range and the most common patterns of Western nations' policies regarding homosexuals in the military are defined. The military's policies concerning homosexuals seem to reflect, but lag behind the policies, in their host societies.
ISSN:0147-2011
1936-4725
DOI:10.1007/BF02693383