StoryCorps Shorts: A Life of Honor
About the Episode
When Joseph Patton joined the Navy in 1955, he had to serve in silence. At the time, the LGBTQ community could not be open while in the military. Despite being the “perfect sailor,” Joseph was kicked out of the Navy under the assumption that he was homosexual. At StoryCorps, Joseph remembers the pride he took in his service and the beauty and joy that love has brought to his life.
Aired:
09/15/21
| Expires: 09/30/28 | Runtime: 2m 34s
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Extras
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Trailer | Is There Anybody Out There?
Trailer for Ella Bee Glendining's film Is There Anybody Out There?2:13 -
Trailer | Hummingbirds
Trailer for Estefanía “Beba” Contreras and Silvia Del Carmen Castaños' film Hummingbirds.1:46 -
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StoryCorps Shorts: A Knock at the Door
One October evening, Juliet was home alone with her baby when her doorbell started ringing...2:09 -
StoryCorps Shorts: The Men Who Fed America
Johnny Itliong honors the memory of his migrant father and the men who helped feed America.2:48 -
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