Iraq war vet André Shepherd seeks asylum in Germany
US Army Specialist André Shepherd applied for asylum in Germany Nov. 26, 2008, becoming the first Iraq War veteran to pursue refugee status in Europe.
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Iraq vet Brandon Neely successfully resists IRR recall
When the Army recalled Iraq vet Brandon Neely from his Inactive Ready Reserve status to active duty, Brandon did not answer the call.
Read MoreAirman Michael Thurman wins CO discharge
By the time he was assigned to his first duty station, he realized that he could not continue working for the war machine.
Read MoreRyan Jackson facing trial for war resistance
“Since I joined up with Courage to Resist and Iraq Veterans Against the War, my life has changed. I plan to write a book about all of this, and to make positive change in my community when I get out.”
Read MoreWinter Solider Audio Archive
Winter Soldier: Iraq and Afghanistan featured testimony from U.S. veterans who served in those occupations, giving an accurate account of what is really happening day in and day out, on the ground.
Read MoreRobin Long, resister in Canada faces possible deportation
Pfc. Robin Long went to Canada rather than deploy to Iraq. Last October he narrowly—and temporarily —avoided being deported.
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