Welcome to Military Brat Stories
Growing up in a military family is its own kind of adventure. New homes, new schools, new friendships, tearful goodbyes, and experiences most kids never encounter become part of the journey. Explore stories from military brats who understand what it means to call many places home while carrying the military community with them wherever they go.
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April’s Story: Army Brat
What Branch of the service were you connected to, how, and what years? I was born in Atlanta, Ga January 1969 as an Army brat as my father was serving. In total my father served 20 years, 17 in Army and last 3 in Navy. Where have you lived? When I was 3 months old we…
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Nancy’s Story: Army Special Services Brat
What branch of the military are you connected to? My dad was Army Special Services in the Korean War. His secret clearance allowed him to find jobs as a teacher/school administrator on Kwajalein Marshall Island and in Vientiene, Laos. How are you connected? Child/Brat Where and what years? Kwajalein – 1962-1967 Laos – 1972-1975 Best…
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Marc’s Story: Army Brat
Which branch of the service are you connected to, how, and when? I was an Army brat from 1951-1963. Best tour of duty location and why? Fort Bliss, TX. First school where all the classmates were also Brats. Also summer vacation activities were great! How do you answer the question “Where are you from?” I…
