one writer British , 18 American . Both are transgender and served in U.S. . Flight Lt. Landon Wilson served in U.S. Navy , receiving many commendations . U.S. Navy Officer Landon Wilson discharged when military found he was transgender . Writers : 18 nations allow transgenders to serve openly , they are as effective as everyone else .
One writer British , one American . Both are transgender and served in Afghanistan . Flight Lt. Caroline Paige served in Royal Air Force , receiving many commendations . U.S. Navy Officer Landon Wilson discharged when military found he was transgender . Writers : 18 nations allow transgenders to serve openly , they are as effective as everyone else .