Exploring the Legacy of the Doolittle Raiders aircraft at the National Naval Aviation Museum and general aviation stories for aircraft owners.
Join us as we dive into the incredible history of the Doolittle Raiders aircraft B-25 at the National Naval Aviation Museum. Hill Goodspeed, the museum’s historian, takes us through the remarkable story of the B-25 bomber, the audacious mission against Japan after Pearl Harbor, and the crucial role Naval Aviation played. Learn about the unique training, modifications, and heroism that defined this iconic World War II operation. A must-watch for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
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00:00 Introduction
00:23 Hill Goodspeed Naval Air Museum
00:51 the B25 Bomber
1:35 how to strike back at Japan
01:58 Jimmy Doolittle
02:30 Admiral Henry Miller flight instructor
04:00 comments and ratings for Doolittle
04:40 how to take B25 off the carrier
05:20 Broomstick guns
06:00 A death mission
06:50 the mission to bomb japan from the carrier
07:19 USS Enterprises
08:12 most of the crash landings
08:38 Doolittle Metal Of Honor
09:00 the Doolittle raider pilots
09:40 16 B-25s on deck
10:30 the B-25 at Naval Museum
11:00 75th anniversary of the Doolittle Raid
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Great episode about one of the most important missions during WWII.
One of the correct features on the display B-25 is the red round ball in the middle of the star insignia. This red ball was discontinued shortly after the Doolittle raid. It may have worked to the Americans benefit during the raid. Not much defensive fire was encountered by the Raiders on the ingress. It was speculated that the red center ball may have confused the Japanese. Although smaller than the Japanese insignia, at a distance it may have satisfied a quick glance.
Richard Joyce, one of the pilots, was from Lincoln, Nebraska. I’m not sure exactly what the targets were for his plane, but in the 1960’s, Mr. Joyce was on the city council in Lincoln. He was instrumental in getting Kawasaki to build a plant in Lincoln. The Kawasaki plant in Japan was one of the targets of the Raiders.
Mr. Joyce first came to Japan as an enemy but years later returned as a friend.
Didn't they leave the guns in the turret? It's been a few years since I read Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo so I'm a bit fuzzy there.
Always thought the concept was Doolittle's.
I'm going to add some corrections based on my 30 years of (and continuing) working on, flying, and studying the B-25. I have also attended a dozen + Doolittle reunions and taken some of the crews for flights.
Doolittle's 25 was a "B" model. The 25 in this museum is a B-25J with the normal forward location of the top turret moved aft. They should have removed the tail turret since early models (up and including the "G") only had a observation dome in the tail. I will add this does not include combat field mods.
2:26 B-26 and A-20 were considered. The B-25 was the best fit.
3:32 Doolittle knew how to take off in a short distance. Miller instructed in the Navy way.
5:13 "Removed all defensive armament". WRONG. The nose 30 cal. and the top turret (twin 50's) were retained. Only the bottom turret was removed stateside. It was not needed because the attack was to be at low level and that turret was near useless. That now empty space had a make shift fuel tank added. The tail observation dome had the broom sticks and black painted lines added ship board.
7:24 "The Hornet had none of their own aircraft aboard". WRONG. The Hornet's flight deck was full of B-25B's. The hanger deck was full of the Hornet's aircraft. As soon as the Doolittle and company took off, F4F Wildcats were brought up for defensive purposes.
8:13 Only a few of the Raiders crash landed in the sea. Most of the crews bailed out since it was night time and very, very dark.
9:57 Doolittle's (lead) aircraft took off first and the rest of the aircraft had more space to take off. WRONG. In a test to see if it was possible, two B-25s were loaded aboard the Hornet in the Atlantic but only one was launched from the rear of the ship. It barely cleared the carrier's island by a few inches with the right wing tip. It was then decided not to risk damage to the ship's island and fowl the deck and screw up the whole mission. Therefore ALL the Raiders took off from the same spot next to the island.
I was stationed there at NAS Pensacola many years ago. I used to walk by this museum when it was new. Little did I know that in the future one aircraft that I personally flew would be on display there.And one plane that I did maintenance on before I became an Aviator. It's packed with history.
Interesting but hardly "Jaw dropping".
Secrets? Hardly
You can pretty much know that when a YouTube title has the word "shocking" in it that the content has nothing shocking in it. Good overview, but nothing particularly new and certainly nothing shocking. I'm not sure why it is notable that a senior officer and leader would be eager to learn from someone else, junior or not.
Good subject, good video! Where is your museum at?
I grew up in the Sacramento area near McClellan AFB where the Doolittle planes make the last minute updates. They also flew up North about 60 mile to the Willows airport to practice there last short runway takeoffs
I have read that the machine guns were removed from the aircraft to lighten it as they had to launch early and travel a greater distance. The narrator states that they were removed from the beginning.I dont know which version is correct.
Don't forget the weight savings of not having gunners for each of the guns removed.
Idea came from a submarine Captain. Wrong model B-25 sitting there
Met three of the last surviving Raiders at a function in Stuart, FL, hosted by Tom Clancey. Their memories were sharp as a razor, their hearing not so much. There was also Buck Taylor of the 101st Airborne "Easy Company" in attendance. I don't know whose service was most impressive–they all gave their best!
OUTSTANDING!
Recently I found out that while he was in command in North Africa he quite often flew missions with his men. He did so until he was brought to Europe to head the 8th Air Force. What a man! He was fearless, Obviously he did think of himself as indispensable and loved to fly. He would have gone to war in a piper cub. and a .45.
War is HELL. Obviously you can’t control your opponent, but would FDR have launched the raid if he knew the Japanese would kill a quarter of a million Chinese in retribution?
In hindsight I think it was probably the correct decision. It did put the Japanese on the defensive.
Not a critcism but that's not the same model as the B-25's they used. Their B-25's had only the top turret = the Glass House for the Tail Turret would not have been there – as they had no tail gun. The top turret they have here is fake. It's in the right location for that model – but it's not real.
They did have guns in the top turret but that may have been it.
The Japanese had a string of Fishing Boats out from their coast as an early warning system – which worked.
The Raiders choices were to have their aircraft pushed over the side or to launch them short of their original launch point. They launched.
There was a homing device that was supposed to be at the Chinese Airfield they were to land at – but – the aircraft delivering it – crashed and it wasn't there.
The Raid had a stunning effect on the Japanese Leadership. The Raiders were ordered NOT to bomb the Imperial Palace – but – the Japanese didn't know that – and – even if they had – for the Americans to have had the choice to bomb the Emperor was seen as a shameful failure by the Japanese Commanders. This removed any doubt about the Battle of Midway. They were determined to push the Americans father back and to sink their carriers because of this raid. Midway was a stunning defeat for the Japanese.
So – yes – the Raid didn't just elevate American Morale – it severely hurt Japanese Morale.
On one of the anniversaries of the raid the Navy launched two B-25's off the Constellation . These aircraft were in the air half way down the flight deck.
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Wow, what an awesome look into the history of the Doolittle Raiders! The way the museum showcases their bravery and the B-25’s role is really something special. Hill Goodspeed’s storytelling makes it easy to connect with this piece of aviation history. Perfect video for anyone who loves WWII stories or just cool planes!
This was an incredible journey through history! The Doolittle Raiders' bravery and the strategic brilliance behind their mission are truly inspiring. The National Naval Aviation Museum does a fantastic job of preserving and sharing this legacy. Hill Goodspeed's insights bring the story to life, making it a must-watch for anyone passionate about aviation and World War II history. Thank you for this engaging and educational content!