The FReeper Foxhole Remembers The Doolittle Raid (4/18/1942) - Apr. 18th, 2003

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[SAMWolf]

Thanks for the link Valin. That one brought a tear of pride to the old eys.

[SAMWolf]

Thanks Mud, I remember when Rush made the original remarks. Thanks for the follow-up

[ken5050]

Mornin' SDam..and as always, thanks for the great job.....I don't want to seem like I'm trying to make more work for you, but if you have the time, I believe on one of the Doolittle Raid websites, there's a pic of the box with the goblets for all the raider, turned over for those who have dies, and the bottle of cognac that the last survivor is supposed to drink. It's a great story, and I'm sure many here would enjoy. I'm not sure how many survivors of the raid there are..I know many are no longer able to travel...

BTW, slightly off topic, but I read pncce that post WW II..the Navy conducted experiments involving LANDING a B-25 on the deck of a carrier. I was actually done once, and there's a video somewhere...Now that souinds hairy.....If anyone has any info, or links.......regards

[SAMWolf]

Current Military News
Safe and in Our hands Again

Former U.S. POWs Sgt. James Riley, Pfc Patrick Miller, Chief Warrant Officer Ronald Young, Spc Shoshana Johnson, Chief Warrant Officer David Williams, Spc Edgar Hernandez and Spc Joseph Hudson, from left, wave from a balcony at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, southern Germany, Friday, April 18, 2003. They were rescued Sunday, April 13, in Iraq and taken to Landstuhl two days ago. (AP Photo/Michael Probst)

[SAMWolf]

And eliminating Congressional and Senate pensions altogether, while we are at it!

I'll go along with that. Nice, cushy system they set up for themselves.

[SAMWolf]

Oh-oh!

[SAMWolf]

Thanks Ken5050. I 've heard about the Goblets and Cognac, I'll see if I can find anything on it to post here unless someone beats me to it.

The landing of a B-25 on a carrier is news to me, I'd love to see that video. I'll have to hunt down what I can about that one.

[Johnny Gage]

experiments involving LANDING a B-25 on the deck of a carrier

The B-25 pictured at the top of my Air Power post is "the heavenly body"

Look what I found:

B-25J Mitchell Bomber "Heavenly Body"

In April 1992, "Heavenly Body" was the first B-25 in fifty years to fly from the deck of
an aircraft carrier, the U.S.S. Ranger (CV-61) in San Diego Bay.
Go here for more information about this plane.
The Heavenly Body http://www.b25.net/b25carrier.jpg

[Johnny Gage]

I've asked to have #68 deleted due to my "formatting error"

Seems to be something in the water today. ROFL

[Valin]

These kind of articles do nothing good for my self-image as a combination of Dirty Harry and John Wayne..on steroids.

[ken5050]

That is just awesome......great pic, and link.....

[SAMWolf]

WOW! Thanks Johnny. Great find!

[SAMWolf]

LOL! I thought maybe your post was too long.

[SAMWolf]

Yeah, but they're still a great read.

[HiJinx]

Just for you, Jen...Scenery and Air Power Combined!

[colorado tanker]

Thanks for a terrific thread! I've been so preoccupied with the war (and making a living) that I've not kept up on the Foxhole threads. I always feel pride and a bit of a tear when remembering the Doolittle raid. The story of the journey home for Private Johnson brought more than one tear, for sure. I know it's Hollywood, but 30 Seconds Over Tokyo and Destination Tokyo are two of my faves. Strange, but I hadn't considered the impact of the raid in setting the stage for the Battle of Midway and diverting the Japanese somewhat from their advance in the South Pacific. Courage and audacity in war always pay dividends!

[Vets_Husband_and_Wife]

Here is some cool stuff I found. Hope I'm not repeating anything :o)

It's the Event and schedule for it on Friday and Saturday April 18th and 19th. Just in case anyone from the Sacramento/Bay area is interested.

Vets

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The Raiders Are Coming...To San Francisco Bay!

...and you're invited too!

"You saw the Movie Pearl Harbor. Now hear the real story from the heroes that lived it."

America's heroes are now returning to California for their 61st reunion. Hollywood celebrities, area residents and Travis Air Force Base will greet them. Join us! This Bay Area reunion features a cavalcade of exciting events featuring the Jimmy Doolittle Raiders at: autograph sessions, "meet & greet events," a family BBQ spotlighting a Flight Festival with vintage aircraft on display, an authentic 1940s' Salute to the Raiders theme show, parades, fly-overs, and a star-studded elegant gala at the fabulous Hilton. There will be 1940s' bands, dancing, entertainment and much more over a 4-day period. Fun for everyone and a visit with history you will remember for the rest of your life. Order tickets early as sales are limited. Fly into Sacramento - it's a short drive to Fairfield and Vacaville, the sponsoring cities

Gala Speaker:

Friday April 18th

8:00 am - 11:00 pm

Sales in the Doolittle Memorabilia Store at the Hilton’s “Hickam Room” - Several items offered in all price ranges, are adaptable to Raider autographs.

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3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

“Meet the Raiders” in the Hilton Ballroom - Raiders sign autographs on items purchased in the “Hickam Room”

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7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Gala Evening that includes a formal dinner with the Raiders and guest speaker Cliff Robertson. Entertainment by: Don Treco and the Moonlight Swing Living-History Big Band. 1940s' attire welcome!

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Saturday April 19th

8:00 am - 12:00 noon

Sales in the Doolittle Memorabilia Store at the Hilton’s “Hickam Room” - Several items offered in all price ranges, are adaptable to Raider autographs.

Departures

[SAMWolf]

Thanks HiJinx. I believe that's AntiJen's favorite aircraft.

[SAMWolf]

You're welcome Colorado tanker. I try to imagine what those men were thinking. Taking off a medium bomber from a carrier, something they weren't designed for, knowing that they couldn't return to the carrier. Launching early, knowing that they might not have the fuel to reach China. Just risking our few carriers that close to Japan at that time, and not one turned back or quit.

What men this Country produces!