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Richard Bong, American soldier and pilot, Medal of Honor recipient (died 1945)

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Richard Bong

United States Army Air Forces Medal of Honor recipient (1920–1945)

Richard Ira "Dick" Bong was a United States Army Air Forces major and Medal of Honor recipient in World War II. He was one of the most decorated American fighter pilots and the country's top flying ace in the war, credited with shooting down 40 Japanese aircraft, all with the…
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Medal of Honor

Highest award in the United States Armed Forces

The Medal of Honor (MOH) is the United States Armed Forces' highest military decoration and is awarded to recognize American soldiers, sailors, marines, airmen, guardians, and coast guardsmen who have distinguished themselves by acts of valor. The medal is normally awarded by…
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