Ashley L. Brott tells of her early life and military career. Brott discusses the influence of her education and family life on her decision to serve, as well as issues of women in the military, and her experiences during her two deployments to Iraq. Her mother, Heather Brott, also a veteran, is present through the interview and participates in discussion concerning particular aspects of Ashley's service. Both women share their views on Don't Ask, Don't Tell and women's roles in the military.