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EPISODE · Apr 5, 2026 · 24 MIN

The Forgotten Female Pilots of World War II

from The Atlantic Out Loud

The WASPs risked their lives flying for the Army. But for decades, the U.S. government refused to recognize their military service. By Ellen Cushing From the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠April 2026 issue⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Get more from your favorite Atlantic voices when you ⁠subscribe⁠. You’ll enjoy unlimited access to Pulitzer-winning journalism, from clear-eyed analysis and insight on breaking news: ⁠http://theatlantic.com/listen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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