Richard Bong

Pilot
BIRTHDAY
September 24,1920
Birthplace
Superior, WI
Age
Aug 6,1945,age 24
Birth Sign
Libra
BIRTHDAY
September 24,1920 (age Aug 6,1945,age 24)
Birthplace
Superior, WI

About

Wisconsin farm boy-turned-flying ace who killed over forty people in World War II.

Before Fame

He grew up on a farm, where he frequently shot rifles and fantasized about flying.

Trivia

His habit of taking low-flying joyrides over the streets of San Francisco terrified the city's residents and resulted in much laundry being blown from lines.

Family Life

He grew up in Wisconsin.

Associated With

He was awarded the prestigious Medal of Honor by General Douglas MacArthur.