Vanessa Guillen

Vanessa Guillen was a United States Army soldier who was murdered at Fort Hood in 2020. She was a social media influencer and activist who spoke out against military culture and corruption. Guillen was a single mother and a veteran who served in the Army Reserve. She was posthumously awarded the Purple Heart and the Army Good Conduct Medal. Guillen's murder sparked widespread outrage and calls for reform within the military. Her family continues to advocate for justice and accountability.