The purpose of archaeological excavations carried out between 10 September and 01 October 2021 near Kędzierzyn-Koźle was to find the remains of the crew of the American B-24 bomber (Liberator) fallen in December 1944. The works were commissioned by the American Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) in cooperation with the Institute of National Remembrance.

The excavations led to the discovery of a crater related to the crash. Elements of the plane wreckage and personal belongings of its crew have been found on site.

The finds are currently subject to specialist analyses. Works will continue in 2022.