#P38Lightning
Hear the untold story of Dick Bong's legendary P-38 Lightning fighter plane, "Marge", and how some red paint led to its recent discovery in the jungles of the South Pacific island of Papua New Guinea.
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In an extraordinary discovery, the wreckage of WWII Ace Richard Bong's P-38 Lightning has been found in the South Pacific, revealed by an unexpected clue: red paint. Join us as we delve into the story of America's top fighter pilot, his heroic exploits, and the remarkable tale of the aircraft known as "Marge." From Bong's 40 aerial victories to the fateful crash and the historic search led by the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center and Pacific Wrecks, this video uncovers the untold secrets of one of WWII's most iconic planes. Don't miss this gripping journey into aviation history!
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0:00 Intro
1:11 How Dick Bongs P-38 Lightning Crashed
1:52 Photos of the wreckage
2:24 The red paint
4:11 What happened to Dick Bong?
