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August 1979
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Justin Taylan 2004

 

Wartime History
This wing was removed from a damaged aircraft after Japanese shelling of Henderson Field on Guadalcanal.

Recovery & Display
Undistubed near the airfield for 37 years, 100 yards off the south end of the runway, it was recovered in August 1979, and transported to the United States.  Currently, it is display at Yanks Museum.

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