Aircraft Carrier USS Franklin Returns To Harbor After Bombing

The video recounts a dramatic story of disaster and triumph involving Captain Leslie Gehris and the crew of a ship hit by bombs 66 miles off Japan. It details the events of March 19th, highlighting the bravery of Father Joseph Timothy O'Callaghan, the ship's chaplain. The narrative describes the preparation for battle, with planes loaded with munitions, and the subsequent attack by a Japanese bomber. The story is a testament to courage and resilience in the face of adversity.

What significant event is introduced in the first section of the transcript?

• The ship's return journey

• The attack on Pearl Harbor

• The end of World War II

• The presence of Father Joseph Timothy O'Callaghan

What was the primary focus of the pilots' briefing in the second section?

• Navigating through storms

• Celebrating a victory

• Preparing for morning strikes

• Evacuating the ship

What time did the striking force of planes become ready?

• 6:00 AM

• 8:00 AM

• 7:00 AM

• 9:00 AM

What type of aircraft attacked the USS Franklin?

• A Japanese fighter jet

• A Japanese bomber

• An American torpedo plane

• A British helicopter

How many bombs hit the USS Franklin during the attack?

• Four

• One

• Two

• Three