one writer British , 18 American . As members of the military community , it is not our place to tell civilian leaders what to do . 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 , 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 .