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B-25 Mitchell Bomber taking off from Hornet; Second World
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B-25 Mitchell Bomber taking off from Hornet; Second World
Photograph showing an American B-25 Mitchell medium bomber taking off from the aircraft carrier Hornet on 18th April 1942. This bomber was one of sixteen bombers, under the command of Lt.-Colonel Jimmy Doolittle, which were launched from Hornet for an air-raid on Tokyo - the first American attack on Japan during the Second World War
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1942 1943 Air Craft Attack Bombers Carrier Colonel Command Doolittle Jimmy Launched Medium Mitchell Raid Sixteen Taking Tokyo Bomber
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"This historic photograph captures the moment of takeoff for an American B-25 Mitchell medium bomber from the USS Hornet aircraft carrier on April 18, 1942. The B-25, one of sixteen bombers under the command of Lt.-Colonel Jimmy Doolittle, was part of a daring mission that marked the first American military attack on Japan during World War II. Launched from the carrier during Operation ALBACore, this air raid on Tokyo came as a surprise response to the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The B-25 Mitchell bomber, with its distinctive design and powerful engines, was a crucial asset in the U.S. military arsenal during the war. The aircraft's ability to fly long distances and carry a heavy bomb load made it an effective tool for striking strategic targets in enemy territory. The sixteen bombers, each manned by a crew of five, took off from the deck of the Hornet in a coordinated effort, marking a significant turning point in the war. The success of the mission boosted American morale and demonstrated the U.S. military's determination to strike back against Japan. This photograph is an important reminder of the courage and determination of the men and women who served in the U.S. military during World War II. It is a testament to their bravery and the innovative strategies that helped turn the tide of the war in the Pacific." Image: American B-25 Mitchell medium bomber taking off from the aircraft carrier Hornet on April 18, 1942, during Operation ALBACore, the first American air raid on Japan during World War II. Lt.-Colonel Jimmy Doolittle commanded the sixteen bombers that were launched from the carrier for this daring mission. (Rights Managed) From the ILN Collection at Mary Evans Picture Library.
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