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He was the Colonel who led and flew the first mission to bomb Japan in World War 2. They were very successful with their mission. He became famous and the raid on Japan became known as Doolittle's Raid. It was a raid that was not without problems but he did earn a promotion!
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Who came up with the idea to bomb Tokyo?
The first raid on Tokyo, the Doolittle Raid of 18 April 1942, was planned and led by Lieutenant Colonel James "Jimmy" Doolittle, USAAF. It acted as a U.S. retaliation after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on 7 December 1941.
Who is higher colonel or lieutenant colonel?
Colonel is higher than a Lieutenant-Colonel. BTW, a Lieutenant- General is higher than a Major-General.
In April of 1942 bomber planes led by the pilot James Doolittle bombed?
The Doolittle Raid was a bombing mission that was led by Lieutenant Colonel James Doolittle. The raid took place on April 18th, 1942 as specially modified B-25 "Mitchell" medium bombers took off from the USS Hornet in the western Pacific Ocean. The target of the raid was Tokyo, Japan. The raid is significant in that it was a powerful Propaganda tool for the United States to bolster morale amongst its civilian and military populations.
What is the difference between a lieutenant and a lieutenant colonel?
Quite a difference.. a Lieutenant is a junior officer, whereas a Lieutenant Colonel is a much more senior officer.
Who was the commanding officer of the americans at the alamo?
the texas soldiers were commanded by lieutenant william b.travis and colonel james bowie at the battle of the alamo.[they shared command].
Doolittle's Raid (1942)?
Lieutenant Colonel James Doolittle led 16 bombers on a bombing raid through Tokyo and other Japanese cities.
Who led the daring American bombing raid on Tokyo in April 1942?
Lieutenant Colonel James "Jimmy" Doolittle
What was the name of the famous lieutenant colonel who a surprise attack on Tokyo early in the war?
Doolittle
What ranking was James Monroe?
lieutenant colonel
Who came up with the idea to bomb Tokyo?
The first raid on Tokyo, the Doolittle Raid of 18 April 1942, was planned and led by Lieutenant Colonel James "Jimmy" Doolittle, USAAF. It acted as a U.S. retaliation after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on 7 December 1941.
What rank follows Major?
Lieutenant Colonel.
Who is higher colonel or lieutenant colonel?
Colonel is higher than a Lieutenant-Colonel. BTW, a Lieutenant- General is higher than a Major-General.
What is the plural noun of lieutenant colonel?
The plural form of the noun 'lieutenant colonel' is lieutenant colonels.
Led first airplane bombing over Tokyo?
colonel Doolittle. (The Doolittle Campaign)
What has the author James Harold Doolittle written?
James Harold Doolittle has written: 'The reminiscences of James H. Doolittle'
In April of 1942 bomber planes led by the pilot James Doolittle bombed?
The Doolittle Raid was a bombing mission that was led by Lieutenant Colonel James Doolittle. The raid took place on April 18th, 1942 as specially modified B-25 "Mitchell" medium bombers took off from the USS Hornet in the western Pacific Ocean. The target of the raid was Tokyo, Japan. The raid is significant in that it was a powerful Propaganda tool for the United States to bolster morale amongst its civilian and military populations.
Who was the lead poilot of the Tokyo raid?
The raid was done by Colonel Jimmy Doolittle It was called the Doolittle Raid
