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As Veterans Day approaches, 13 Investigates continues our "Guarding the Guardsmen" reports with more former service members, inspired by our series, coming forward to voice their concerns. Find more reporting in this series at ktnv.com/guardingtheguardsmen

Whistleblowers who claim they're victims of military sexual trauma often tell similar stories — stories of retaliation and intimidation in the wake of reporting assaults.

As Veterans Day approaches, 13 Investigates continues our "Guarding the Guardsmen" reports with more former service members, inspired by our series, coming forward to voice their concerns.

"I wanted to come out because command, like, isolates you so much. It makes you feel that hopelessness," says Senior Airman Elizabeth Smith. She says her isolation and hopelessness faded after hearing about Sgt. 1st Class Allison Bailey.

"So, listening to Allison Bailey's story, I felt like I was reading my story all over again," Smith said.

Both women reported sexual assault. In both cases, law enforcement...



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