Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Navy Officer Weds Partner as Military's Policy on Gays Ends

At midnight, just as the Pentagon began allowing gays to serve openly in the military, Navy Lt. Gary Ross and his partner of 11 years sealed their marriage vows.

The Arizona men chose Vermont for their nuptials in part because it is in the Eastern time zone.

"We feel that it's important that as soon as we're allowed to commit to each other that we do," Ross said before the ceremony. "It's important not to hide anymore."

http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-military-gay-wedding-20110920,0,3937926.story