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Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo (Aviation Classics),Used
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Ted W. Lawsons classic Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo appears in an enhanced reprint edition on the sixtieth anniversary of the Doolittle Raid on Japan. One of the worst feelings about that time, Ted W. Lawson writes, was that there was no tangible enemy. It was like being slugged with a single punch in a dark room, and having no way of knowing where to slug back. He added, And, too, there was a helpless, filledup, wanttodosomething feeling that [the Japanese] werent comingthat wed have to go all the way over there to punch back and get even. Lawson gives a vivid eyewitness account of the unorthodox assignment that eighty five intrepid volunteer airmenthe Tokyo Raidersunder the command of celebrated flier James H. Doolittle executed in April 1942.The plan called for sixteen B25 twinengine medium bombers of the Army Air Corps to take off from the aircraft carrier Hornet, bomb industrial targets in Japan, and land at airfields in China. While the raid came off flawlessly, completely surprising the enemy, a shortage of fuel caused by an early departure, bad weather, and darkness took a heavy toll of the raiders. For many, the escape from China proved a greater ordeal. Peter B. Mersky provides new information on the genesis of the raid, places it in the context of the early operations against Japan, and updates Ted Lawsons biography.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo'? A: 'Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo' recounts the daring Doolittle Raid on Japan during World War II, detailing the experiences of the volunteer airmen known as the 'Tokyo Raiders'.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Ted W. Lawson, who was one of the airmen involved in the raid.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition is a paperback binding, making it portable and easy to handle.
- Q: How many pages does 'Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo' have? A: 'Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo' contains 256 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition,' indicating it may have some signs of wear but is still intact and readable.
- Q: When was 'Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo' published? A: The book was published on April 1, 2003.
- Q: What additional insights does Peter B. Mersky provide in this edition? A: Peter B. Mersky offers updated information on the raid's genesis and context, enhancing the reader's understanding of the historical events.
- Q: Is there any special feature about this edition? A: This edition is an enhanced reprint, celebrating the sixtieth anniversary of the Doolittle Raid.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes of bravery, the psychological impact of warfare, and the strategic importance of the Doolittle Raid.
- Q: Who might benefit from reading 'Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo'? A: History enthusiasts, particularly those interested in World War II, military aviation, and the Doolittle Raid, would find this book valuable.