Keith Meinhold

Keith Meinhold is a former United States Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer and gay activist. He was discharged from the Navy in 1992 after revealing his sexual orientation.

Keith Meinhold was discharged from the Navy in 1992 after revealing his sexual orientation. At the time, homosexuality was not allowed in the military.

After leaving the Navy, Keith Meinhold became an advocate for gay rights and served as an activist. He also became a spokesperson for the Campaign for Military Service, an organization dedicated to ending the ban on openly gay and lesbian individuals serving in the military.

The Campaign for Military Service is an organization dedicated to ending the ban on openly gay and lesbian individuals serving in the military. Keith Meinhold served as a spokesperson for the organization.

Keith Meinhold's case brought national attention to the policy banning homosexuals from serving in the military. His activism and advocacy helped raise public awareness and contributed to the eventual repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" in 2011.