May 20, 1942
MEMORADUM FOR THE PRESIDENT:
Subject: Dr. Soong's proposal re Shanghai.
In conection with the Dr. Soong's proposal for
Bombing the Shanghai power plant, a study is being
made in my office.
Preliminary study indicates that it may be
possible to bomb this power plant from bases in
India, atopping long enough, either enroute or
returning, at some airport in China for refueling.
Upon completion of the formal study, you will
be informed of what action Is practicable.
H. H. ARNOLD
Lieutenant General, U.S.A.
Commanding General, Army Air Forces