James H Doolittle on the Air Raid In tokyo

The transcript describes a secret American military operation involving an air raid on Tokyo. It highlights the strategic use of Shangri-La, the role of General Doolittle, and the careful preparation by volunteers. The mission was executed with precision, causing significant damage due to the low altitude of the bomb drops and the inflammable nature of Japanese structures. Despite the success, the team had to leave quickly without assessing the full impact.

What was the significance of Shangri-La in the context of American military operations?

• It was a secret American airfield.

• It was a code name for a new aircraft.

• It was a fictional place in a novel.

• It was a location in the Philippines.

What role did General Doolittle play in the air raid on Tokyo?

• He was a pilot in the raid.

• He was a navigator during the mission.

• He was a ground crew member.

• He was responsible for the secretive planning.

How were the crew members for the Tokyo raid selected?

• They were randomly chosen.

• They were selected based on their rank.

• They were volunteers who were carefully trained.

• They were chosen by lottery.

What was a key factor in the success of the air raid on Tokyo?

• The element of surprise at night.

• The large number of aircraft involved.

• The low altitude of the bombing approach.

• The use of new aircraft technology.

Why was it impossible for the crew to stay and observe the damage caused by the raid?

• They were in a hurry to leave.

• They were under heavy enemy fire.

• They had orders to return immediately.

• They were running low on fuel.