Dusty Kleiss
Dive-bomber pilot who played a crucial role in the raid on Taroa.
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Sep 27, 2022 • 58min
Hit and Run
The podcast discusses the intense pressure on Admiral Nimitz to strike back after the loss of Wake Island, the mutinous talk among the fleet, King's desire for 'Hit and Run' raids, and the strategic significance of surprise attacks on Japanese bases. It also explores the psychological impact of naval attacks and the importance of early raids in weakening the Japanese Navy during World War II.
