Ask Amy: Female military veteran says countless women often not recognized

Dear Amy: You recently answered a question from “Living a Lie,” who had been lying for 50 years, claiming to be a Vietnam veteran.

I am a female military veteran.

I, along with countless other women, served proudly ALONGSIDE our male counterparts.

I am disappointed with your comments to Living a Lie, “… many thousands of men who served during the Vietnam War, and who have oftentimes suffered because of their service.”

Too often our female soldiers are not acknowledged or recognized for their vital contributions in military service. A quick Google search may have provided you the opportunity to be more inclusive with your response.

— Proud Veteran

Dear Proud: I’ve heard from several women veterans, highlighting your point.

I should have been inclusive in my response, and apologize for my mistake.

(You can email Amy Dickinson at askamy@amydickinson.com or send a letter to Ask Amy, P.O. Box 194, Freeville, NY 13068. You can also follow her on Twitter @askingamy or Facebook.)