Bong Center Veterans to the BWCA 2024
Journal by Duane Lasley, Images by Duane Lasley, Randy Freeman and John Gidley Monday July 22, 2024, the participants, three men, two women, group leader Duane Lasley and assistant group leader Randy Freeman met at the Richard I Bong Veterans Historical Center and departed for Ely, Minnesota around 11:30 a.m. In Ely we met with […]
The Defense of Toktong Pass, Korea
The Ordeal of 254 Marines of Fox/2/7 By Dave Schmidt The Korean War, commonly described as the “forgotten war,” was a remarkably brutal conflict, a proxy war fought by two superpowers (and China) in an undeveloped land inhabited by a poor and largely agricultural population. “Was” is perhaps inaccurate, for the war has never been […]
Meet our Volunteer of the Year: Glen Ericson
Our Volunteer of the Year, Glen Ericson, has a heart for service. Inspired by his father’s involvement in the Legion and his own military experience, for Glen joining the museum volunteer crew felt like a natural extension of his desire to help and share knowledge with others. (IMAGE NOTE: Credit Superior Telegram for capturing Glen, […]
Lemonade for the Legion
This one hit us right in the heart. Dakota came in Saturday with her Grandparents. Dakota had been at an event and saw our American Legion Post 435 present colors. Grandpa took the time to explain what the American Legion does for soldiers and their families. Dakota decided she wanted to help […]
Major Richard I. Bong died too young.
79 years since Richard I. Bong Died He had a winning smile, our Ace of Aces. We are remembering Major Richard Bong today, August 6th, 79 years after his passing on this date. This amazing young man sacrificed all and soared off too soon. We like this image of him, soaking up the sun, and […]
Korean War Veterans Armistice Day 2024
Saturday, July 27th 2024 is Korean War Veterans Armistice Day.Saturday marks 71 years since the signing of the Korean Armistice Agreement. This agreement ended three years of fighting on the Korean Peninsula and joined the nation and world in honoring those who served, fought, and died during the Korean War. The armistice established the DMZ, […]
Save the Date!
Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center Save the Date for our Salute to Heroes this November 14, 2024 at The Garden Canal Park. Featuring our Legacy Honoree Brigadier General Raymond Klosowski, USAF, NG (RET)
AIR SPECTACULAR July 31, 2024 5PM
Air Spectacular, featuring the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, presented by Enbridge Energy on the shores of Lake Superior – don’t miss this FREE once-in-a-lifetime aviation and air show event! Air Spectacular, featuring the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, presented by Enbridge Energy will be centered over the Canal Park/Lakewalk area of Lake Superior. Views will differ based on […]
Speaker Series: “Spy Pilot: Francis Gary Powers, the U-2 Incident, and a Controversial Cold War Legacy”
One of the most talked-about events of the Cold War was the downing of the American U-2 spy plane piloted by Francis Gary Powers over the Soviet Union on May 1, 1960. Powers was captured by the KGB, subjected to a televised show trial, and imprisoned, all of which created an international incident. Soviet authorities […]
Announcing Mission Marge
Mission: Marge Follow our adventure Mission: Marge as we travel with Pacific Wreck’s Justin Taylan over 8,000 from Poplar to Papua New Guinea searching for Richard Bong’s P-38 Lightning Marge. We will share Pacific Wreck team’s “in the field” photos and stories. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S86fmlUpX98 In Search of Marge: Honoring Major Richard Ira Bong’s Legacy Justin Taylen, […]