S3-E30 - When the Russians Bombed Taipei (and other aviation stories)
The Taiwan History Podcast: Formosa Files
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Soviet Bombing of Taipei City in 1938
This chapter discusses the surprising event of Soviet planes bombing Taipei City in 1938. The chapter focuses on the experiences of an American named George Kerr, who was in Taipei at the time, providing insight into the wartime atmosphere and conditions in Taiwan during this period. It also discusses the preparations made by the Japanese military, the dismissal of the raid by foreign residents, and the aftermath of the attack.
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