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When my twin nephews were young, they went through a phase of fascination with all things military, idolizing soldiers and wanting to play war. “I was in the Army,” I offered, excited to be able to share some of my experiences with them. 
 
“No way!” they exclaimed in unison, “You’re a girl!” 
 
If it were an isolated incident from two young children, I could easily have dismissed it. Sadly, however, the presence of women in today’s military and as Veterans remains unrecognized by many adults as well. “This parking is for Veterans, lady,” read the note someone left on the windshield of a woman who served in the U.S. Navy when she parked in a spot designated for Veterans. 
 
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