Seen through the eyes of eleven African American servicewomen, this book explores issues such as health care, child care, sexism/sexual harassment, racism, religion, career advancement, and serving in combat zones. Their stories illuminate the types of experiences black servicewomen have encountered during their time in the Gulf Wars.

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Acknowledgments; 1 Marching as to War; 2 Why We Serve; 3 "Sistahs" of Defense; 4 My Child Left Behind; 5 What Happens in the Desert Stays in the Desert; 6 Where My Health Comes From; Epilogue; Bibliography; Index.