Quick Description
Richard Ira "Dick" Bong (September 24, 1920 – August 6, 1945) is the United States' highest-scoring air ace, having shot down at least 40 Japanese aircraft during World War II. He was a fighter pilot in the U.S. Army Air Forces (USAAF) and a recipient of the Medal of Honor.
Why'd We Pick?
He is America's best ace and the inspiration of the famous "Bong Recreation Area" in Wisconsin.
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