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Unexpected Lessons in a Combat Zone

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Unexpected Lessons in a Combat Zone
Photo courtesy of the US Navy.
Lori Butierries
Battlefields Staff
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“Don’t worry. You'll be safe. Women don’t go into combat.” My husband reassured me as I lay with my head on his chest while discussing my fears about my upcoming deployment. His dismissive response annoyed me, but, in the end, he was right.

Lori Butierries is a full-time caregiver to two children with disabilities. She uses her life experiences and the medical knowledge she gained from serving as a hospital corpsman in the United States Navy to help others facing similar hardships. Lori's long-term goals are to use her writing to educate others about, advocate for, and dismantle negative stereotypes regarding disability, mental health, and the military/veterans community.
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