English (Patrick Noland) papers, 2000-20011

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Title:: Patrick Noland English papers
Dates:: 2000-20011
Creators:: English, Patrick Noland
Abstract:: Patrick English (born 1982) is a gay U.S. Army veteran and former Korean language linguist. He served in the Army between 2000 and 2005, including a tour in Iraq. Following his service, he participated in public advocacy for the repeal of the Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell policy, including through the Call to Duty speaking tour. Materials in the collection document English’s Army service and advocacy against Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell, including a dress uniform with medals; name tape from English’s helmet; a small number of photographs; a basic training yearbook; digital files, including a video file, documenting the Call to Duty tour; DVDs featuring interviews of English; and newspaper and magazine articles related to Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.
Extent:: 3.5 linear feet (1 carton and 1 oversized box)
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Preferred citation:: Patrick Noland English papers. GLBT Historical Society

Scope and content:: Patrick English (born 1982) is a gay U.S. Army veteran and former Korean language linguist. He served in the Army between 2000 and 2005, including a tour in Iraq. Following his service, he participated in public advocacy for the repeal of the Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell policy, including through the Call to Duty speaking tour. Materials in the collection document English’s service and advocacy against Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell, including a dress uniform with medals; name tape from English’s helmet; a small number of photographs; a basic training yearbook; digital files, including a video file, documenting the Call to Duty tour; DVDs featuring interviews of English; and newspaper and magazine articles related to Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.
Acquisition information:: Gift of Patrick Noland English on July 29, 2008 and December 2025.

Collection Guide Author:: Finding aid created by GLBT Historical Society staff.
Date Prepared:: 2000-20011
Date Encoded:: This finding aid was produced using Record Express for OAC5 on July 14, 2025, 2:55 p.m.

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