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Book tells of female U.S. soldiers raped by comrades

Female U.S. soldiers serving in Iraq and Afghanistan have more to fear than roadside bombs or enemy ambushes. They also are at risk of being raped or sexually assaulted by fellow soldiers.

"The Lonely Soldier: The Private War of Women Serving in Iraq" a book based on 40 in-depth interviews, recounts the stories of female veterans who served in combat zones and tells of rape, sexual assault and harassment by male counterparts.

Some were warned by officers not to go to the latrine by themselves. One began carrying a knife in case she was attacked by comrades. Others said they felt discouraged to report assaults. >>>>>Read More

"The Lonely Soldier"

The Diane Rehm Show - NPR

Show date 4.01.09 - second hour

Helen Benedict: "The Lonely Soldier" (Beacon)

Guest host: Susan Page

More American women have fought and died in Iraq than in any war since World War II. A Columbia journalism professor reports on their struggles and challenges.
Guests

Helen Benedict, A novelist and journalism professor at Colombia University.

Kaye Whitley, director of the Defense Department's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office

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Helen Benedicts Book: "The Lonely Soldier: The Private War of Women Serving in Iraq"