Target Tokyo
Jimmy Doolittle and the Raid That Avenged Pearl Harbor
by:
James M. Scott
in:
Military History
Summary:
The book chronicles the daring 1942 air raid led by Lieutenant Colonel Jimmy Doolittle, in which B-25 bombers took off from an aircraft carrier to strike Tokyo, providing a crucial morale boost for America after the attack on Pearl Harbor. It delves into the planning, execution, and aftermath of the mission, including the personal stories of the airmen involved and the strategic impact of their actions on the Pacific War.
Key points:
1. The Doolittle Raid: The book focuses on America's first retaliatory strike on Tokyo during WWII, led by Lieutenant Colonel James H. "Jimmy" Doolittle.
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