Wingtips of History: The Quest for a Piece of War's Past The recovery of a downed World War II fighter jet flown by ace pilot Richard Bong has shed light on the complexities of historical artifact retrieval.
Marge, as the plane was nicknamed, serves as a poignant reminder of war's enduring legacy and its impact on those who lived through it.
A wingtip from the recovered plane made its way from Papua New Guinea to Wisconsin's Richard I Bong Veterans Historical Center, thanks in part to the dedication of individuals and organizations working behind the scenes.