The Doolittle Raid: America Strikes Back
The Doolittle Raid was one of the most daring—and improbable—operations of World War II.
In this episode of World War 2 Live, Dr. John C. McManus and Kevin Hymel break down the famous April 1942 mission led by James H. Doolittle, in which American bombers launched from an aircraft carrier to strike the Japanese home islands. Though the physical damage was limited, the raid had enormous strategic and psychological impact—boosting American morale while forcing Japan to rethink its defensive posture.
John and Kevin explore:
• How the raid was conceived and planned
• The immense risks faced by…
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