In April 1942, 80 men known as the Doolittle Raiders, took part in a daring mission to strike the Japanese homeland. Though things did not go exactly as planned, the raid has been considered a great success for the United States. The 95th Reconnaissance Squadron has a very special connection to the Doolittle Raiders - six of the 16 crews that took part in the strike were from the 95th RS. There are only four Doolittle Raiders still alive today; all of them are in their nineties. Knowing they will not be around much longer, they have decided to hold one final private reunion together Nov. 9 in Ohio. During this event, they plan to toast their fellow Raiders one last time. To honor their sacrifices and take part in the final toast, please join the 95th RS for a short ceremony at 4 p.m. Nov. 8 in the Tudor Bar. For more information, visit: nationalmuseum.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123368299 (lb)
Posted on: Mon, 04 Nov 2013 15:13:24 +0000
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