Tag: ACE

Estero’s response to FEMA, Sunshine Ace block party; Bonita’s Fourth plans

Estero’s Village Manager Steve Sarkozy will give a detailed presentation of Estero’s response to the FEMA Hurricane Ian compliance issue during the 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 19, council meeting.  Council meetings are held in the Village Hall Council Chambers,  9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle, near the entrance to the Estero Park. Residents are invited to attend or […]

The story of Texas flying ace Neel Kearby

In war, young men are pushed to their limits in defense of their country. The defense of the United States during World War II demanded much of the men fighting the war. Thousands made the ultimate sacrifice. One of the most noted fighter pilots during the war was Texas flying ace Neel Kearby. In his […]

World War II ace Richard Bong’s plane found, explorers believe

Searchers announced Thursday they’ve discovered what they believe is the wreckage of World War II ace Richard Bong’s plane in the South Pacific. The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center in Superior, Wisconsin, and the nonprofit World War II historical preservation group Pacific Wrecks announced in March they were launching a joint search for Bong’s […]