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Questioning identities: Scholars, officers, infidels, and partners

“Our first big fight” as a milestone in the development of close relationships

John R. Siegert
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Glen H. Stamp Assistant professor at Ball State University,
Pages 345-360 | Published online: 02 Jun 2009

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