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This episode traces Joel's harrowing and mysteriously brief trajectory as a combat pilot over WWII Europe. After longstanding beliefs about his father's war experience fall under question, Chris tediously reconstructs his father's missions. While attempting to square Joel's recollections with historical accounts, Chris discovers the profound emotional and spiritual cost of such an experience. In turn, the truth becomes both clearer and more elusive than ever.
By Chris KurselThis episode traces Joel's harrowing and mysteriously brief trajectory as a combat pilot over WWII Europe. After longstanding beliefs about his father's war experience fall under question, Chris tediously reconstructs his father's missions. While attempting to square Joel's recollections with historical accounts, Chris discovers the profound emotional and spiritual cost of such an experience. In turn, the truth becomes both clearer and more elusive than ever.