Includes bibliographical references (p. 247-265) and index.

"Defending a country that has never known a single day free from the threat of attack, these gay and bisexual Israeli soldiers - risking their lives on missile boats, in reconnaissance units, in tanks, and as paratroopers and pilots - share their unique stories. In their own words, these men describe their combat experiences and recount their social and erotic adventures with fellow soldiers. Based on their gripping stories, the author unveils the inner workings of military life, exploring the territory surrounding the thin line between brothers in arms and brothers in bed."--BOOK JACKET.